Longford Marathon

Longford, Ireland · August 30, 2026

53°·62° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

53°at start

63° high

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Cool morning, moderate winds

Runners will face temperatures starting at 53°F and rising to 62°F by race end, with humidity averaging 82%. Winds will come from the SW at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph. Given the humidity, runners should consider pacing conservatively, and staying hydrated will be key throughout the event.

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Race Info

The Longford Marathon offers a flat and scenic 42.195 km course through Ireland's picturesque midlands, making it ideal for runners aiming for personal bests. Starting and finishing on Main Street near the Longford Arms Hotel, the route winds through the counties of Longford, Roscommon, and Leitrim, showcasing the region's natural beauty. Known as "The Friendly Marathon in the Heart of Ireland," this event features excellent support, including regular aid stations every 3 miles, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

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When is the 2026 Longford Marathon?

The 2026 Longford Marathon will be held on Sunday August 30, 2026.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 64°F and a low of 53°F with a 8% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 13 years of data

Avg Temp

63°F

L:53° H:63°

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Rain Freq

62%

8 of 13 yrs

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Dew54°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2025	58°/69°	Light	58°
2024 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2024	52°/58°	Light	52°
2023 Longford Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2023	53°/62°	Light	55°
2022 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2022	55°/66°	-	55°
2019 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2019	57°/64°	Light	58°
2018 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2018	59°/66°	Light	60°
2017 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2017	57°/66°	Light	59°
2016 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2016	54°/66°	-	54°
2015 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2015	52°/61°	-	50°
2014 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2014	43°/59°	-	47°
2013 Longford Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2013	55°/62°	Light	55°
2012 Longford Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2012	45°/62°	-	49°
2011 Longford Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	50°/57°	Light	49°

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