Oak Island Marathon

Runners will face a steady temperature around 53°F throughout the race, with a potential feels-like temperature dropping to 50°F pre-race. Expect a significant NW headwind from miles 10-19, necessitating pacing adjustments during these stretches. With humidity at 72%, maintaining hydration will be crucial, particularly as runners encounter the windier segments.

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Run Oak Island is a race weekend on Oak Island, North Carolina, held over Presidents Day weekend in February. The marathon runs the oceanfront road east to the Oak Island Lighthouse, then heads west and crosses the intracoastal bridge near mile 23 before a flat finish. A competitive East half marathon and a walker-friendly West half marathon run the same morning, with a 10K, 5K and 1 mile the next day. Source

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Race weekend

Saturday, February 13

6:45 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

6:45 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

6:45 AMUltra Marathon (26.2 mi)

7:00 AMWest Half Marathon (13.1 mi)

Sunday, February 14

7:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

8:30 AM5K (3.1 mi)

9:30 AM1 Mile (1.0 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2027 Oak Island Marathon?

The 2027 Oak Island Marathon will be held on Saturday February 13, 2027.

Is the Oak Island Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Oak Island Marathon?

The time limit for the Oak Island Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Oak Island Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 58°F and a low of 50°F with a 12% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 11 years of data

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47°F

L:43° H:53°

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Rain Freq

18%

2 of 11 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew40°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Oak Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2026	43°/59°	-	42°
2026 Oak Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	28°/52°	-	29°
2025 Oak Island Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2025	48°/64°	-	49°
2024 Oak Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	54°/61°	-	50°
2023 Oak Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	35°/44°	-	25°
2022 Oak Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	39°/47°	-	32°
2021 Oak Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2021	38°/40°	Light	38°
2020 Oak Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	34°/40°	-	29°
2019 Oak Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2019	56°/58°	Light	54°
2018 Oak Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2018	52°/53°	-	46°
2017 Oak Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	48°/60°	-	47°