Long Island Marathon

East Meadow, NY, USA • May 3, 2026

Race Day Weather

52°

62° high

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Cool start, steady conditions

Runners will face a temperature rising from 52°F to 62°F throughout the race, with an average humidity of 67% and a dew point of 46°F. Winds will be steady at 13 mph from the SSE, with gusts reaching up to 28 mph. Given the humidity, it's advisable for runners to stay hydrated and pace themselves conservatively.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Long Island Marathon?

The 2026 Long Island Marathon will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

Is the Long Island Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Long Island Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

Historical Weather

Based on 30 years of data

Avg Temp

62°F

L:52° H:63°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

30%

9 of 30 yrs

Wind12mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2025	60°/65°	Light	58°
2024 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2024	49°/52°	-	46°
2023 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2023	58°/74°	-	41°
2022 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	45°/63°	-	36°
2021 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2021	70°/73°	Light	67°
2020 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	42°/46°	Light	40°
2019 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	53°/60°	Light	55°
2018 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	62°/77°	-	61°
2017 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	52°/56°	-	42°
2016 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2016	48°/49°	Light	42°
2015 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	46°/60°	-	43°
2014 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2014	55°/61°	-	37°
2013 Long Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	45°/57°	-	39°
2012 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	55°/61°	-	49°
2011 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	49°/62°	-	38°
2010 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	61°/76°	-	61°
2009 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2009	53°/56°	Light	52°
2008 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2008	50°/65°	-	49°
2007 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	48°/58°	-	32°
2006 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	48°/61°	-	34°
2005 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2005	52°/60°	Light	48°
2004 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2004	54°/61°	Light	54°
2003 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	47°/58°	-	41°
2002 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	52°/65°	-	38°
2001 Long Island Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2001	51°/61°	-	36°
2000 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2000	62°/86°	-	60°
1999 Long Island Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 1999	48°/65°	-	35°
1998 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 1998	52°/64°	Light	54°
1997 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 1997	51°/61°	-	35°
1996 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 1996	53°/68°	-	47°