Louisville Marathon

Louisville, KY, USA · November 01, 2026
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Cool conditions, steady winds

Runners will face a temperature rising from 45°F to a maximum of 58°F. With a light wind from the W and humidity at 69%, pacing should remain steady, though hydration will be important. Despite a slight chance of rain, conditions are generally favorable, allowing for a strong race performance.

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Race Info

The Louisville Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon, and 10K held each November in Louisville, Kentucky. The course is a paved out-and-back route through the Parklands of Floyd's Fork, finishing on the Egg Lawn. It is USATF-certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race is organized by All Community Events (KentuckyRuns.com) and has run annually since at least 2017, including a hybrid in-person/virtual edition in 2020.

Race weekend

Sunday, November 1
7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
8:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Louisville Marathon?

The 2026 Louisville Marathon will be held on Sunday November 1, 2026.

Is the Louisville Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Louisville Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Louisville Marathon?

The time limit for the Louisville Marathon is 6.5 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 63°F and a low of 45°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data
Avg Temp
48°F
L:41° H:56°
RunScore
9
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Rain Freq
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0 of 9 yrs
Wind4mph
Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
43°/47°-
10
2024
clear-night
43°/62°-
9
2023
clear-night
46°/58°-
10
2022
clear-night
50°/64°-
8
2021
clear-night
33°/53°-
10
2020
clear-night
50°/72°-
7
2019
clear-night
40°/56°-
10
2018
clear-night
23°/41°-
10
2017
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41°/53°-
10