The 2026 Mississippi River Marathon has concluded.

Mississippi River Marathon

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Greenville, MS, USA · February 7, 2026
clear-day38°·54° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

clear-day
38°at start
54° high
Breezy
Dry

Cool start, warming trend ahead

Runners will face a temperature rise from 36°F to 54°F during the race, with an average humidity of 69% and a dew point of 37°F. With wind at 10 mph from the ESE, runners can expect a slight tailwind throughout. It’s advisable to start conservatively and monitor hydration as temperatures increase.

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Race Info

The Mississippi River Marathon starts in Lake Village, Arkansas and finishes in Greenville, Mississippi, crossing the Mississippi River on the Greenville Bridge. The USATF-certified course (#MS25006MS) is a Boston Marathon qualifier and typically draws around 150-200 marathon and half marathon finishers each February. Proceeds benefit the Washington County and Southeast Arkansas Community Foundations. Source

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Race weekend

Saturday, February 7
8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
8:00 AMHalf Marathon Relay (13.1 mi)
8:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)
8:00 AMYouth 5K (3.1 mi)
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When is the 2026 Mississippi River Marathon?

The 2026 Mississippi River Marathon will be held on Saturday February 7, 2026.

Is the Mississippi River Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Mississippi River Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Mississippi River Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 54°F and a low of 36°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 13 years of data
Avg Temp
49°F
L:42° H:55°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
15%
2 of 13 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew37°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2026 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2026
clear-day
38°/54°-
10

2025 Mississippi River Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2025
partly-cloudy-day
49°/56°-
9

2024 Mississippi River Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2024
clear-day
52°/60°Light
9

2023 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2023
clear-day
32°/51°-
10

2021 Mississippi River Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain.

2021
cloudy
42°/54°-
10

2020 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2020
clear-day
40°/57°-
10

2019 Mississippi River Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2019
cloudy
31°/39°-
10

2018 Mississippi River Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2018
rain
57°/63°Light
6

2017 Mississippi River Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2017
cloudy
65°/79°-
4

2016 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2016
clear-day
35°/45°-
10

2015 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
32°/66°-
10

2014 Mississippi River Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning snow or rain.

2014
snow
30°/38°-
10

2013 Mississippi River Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2013
clear-day
38°/48°-
10

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