Runners will face a steady temperature of 54°F at the start and 56°F by finish, with high humidity at 94%. A strong headwind from the WSW at 22 mph may impact pacing, so runners should adjust their strategy accordingly. Hydration will be crucial given the humidity, and a conservative start is recommended.

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About the Nova Scotia Marathon

The Nova Scotia Marathon is held each July in Barrington, on the southwest shore of Nova Scotia, with a marathon, half marathon, 10K and 6K. The marathon follows a secondary highway for the first miles, then loops around Cape Sable Island in a figure-eight on mostly flat roads with some rolling hills. The marathon course was measured in 2019 and is a Boston qualifier. The race is part of the Run Nova Scotia Road Race Series and sold out in 2024 and 2025. Source

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Sunday, July 19

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)8:15 AM10K (6.2 mi)

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Nova Scotia Marathon FAQ

When is the 2026 Nova Scotia Marathon?

The 2026 Nova Scotia Marathon will be held on Sunday July 19, 2026.

Is the Nova Scotia Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Nova Scotia Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Nova Scotia Marathon?

The time limit for the Nova Scotia Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Nova Scotia Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 63°F and a low of 54°F with a 0% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Nova Scotia Marathon?

Over the 11 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2015 to 2026), it averaged 56°F at the start and 62°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2026).

What was the hottest Nova Scotia Marathon?

Of the 11 years on record, 2017 was the warmest, reaching 70°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2024, at 53°F.

What was the windiest Nova Scotia Marathon?

Of the 11 years on record, 2026 was the windiest, with wind averaging 18 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2023, at 3 mph.

Nova Scotia Marathon weather history

Based on 11 years of data

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Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Nova Scotia Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2026	54°/56°	Light	54°
2025 Nova Scotia Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2025	54°/60°	-	55°
2024 Nova Scotia Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024	53°/58°	-	55°
2023 Nova Scotia Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	61°/68°	-	64°
2022 Nova Scotia Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2022	56°/61°	-	59°
2021 Nova Scotia Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2021	53°/59°	-	56°
2019 Nova Scotia Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	53°/65°	-	57°
2018 Nova Scotia Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2018	57°/60°	-	58°
2017 Nova Scotia Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2017	59°/70°	-	48°
2016 Nova Scotia Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2016	54°/59°	-	56°
2015 Nova Scotia Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2015	59°/62°	-	60°

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