Runners will face a steady temperature around 59°F to 61°F with light rain expected throughout. Wind will be from the WSW at 12 mph, creating a moderate headwind. Given the high humidity at 83%, starting conservatively and adjusting pace will be crucial to maintain energy and hydration.

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The Kassel Marathon is an annual marathon held each September in Kassel, Germany, first run in 2007. The two-lap course crosses the Fulda River twice and winds through the districts of Waldau, Bettenhausen, Forstfeld, Unterneustadt, Wesertor, Nord (Holland), Rothenditmold, Kirchditmold, Vorderer Westen, Mitte, and Sud, finishing inside the Auestadion. With roughly 200 meters of elevation gain, it is one of the flatter major marathon courses in Germany. Wikipedia

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Race weekend

Saturday, September 19

1:00 PMFirmenlauf (2.6 mi)

3:45 PMMini-Halbmarathon (1.3 mi)

4:05 PMMini-Marathon (2.6 mi)

Sunday, September 20

9:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

9:30 AMHalbmarathon (13.1 mi)

9:30 AMPower Walking-Halbmarathon (13.1 mi)

9:30 AMMarathon-Staffel (26.2 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Kassel Marathon?

The 2026 Kassel Marathon will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Kassel Marathon?

The time limit for the Kassel Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Kassel Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 61°F and a low of 51°F with a 100% chance of rain.

What is the elevation profile of the Kassel Marathon?

The Kassel Marathon has 656ft of total elevation gain.

Historical Weather

Based on 14 years of data

Avg Temp

58°F

L:53° H:62°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

36%

5 of 14 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2025	54°/61°	-	48°
2024 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	47°/58°	-	45°
2023 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2023	66°/76°	Light	61°
2022 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2022	51°/58°	Light	50°
2019 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	51°/71°	-	47°
2018 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	52°/69°	-	46°
2017 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2017	48°/56°	-	47°
2016 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2016	58°/63°	-	56°
2015 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	50°/56°	-	37°
2014 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	45°/49°	-	35°
2013 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2013	45°/47°	Light	42°
2012 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	61°/72°	Light	56°
2011 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	66°/76°	Light	50°
2010 Kassel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	47°/52°	-	37°