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Oakland Marathon

Oakland, CA, USA · March 22, 2026

48°·69° high·Breezy·Dry

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48°at start

72° high

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Cool start, warming trend ahead

Runners will face a temperature rise from 51°F at the start to a peak of 73°F. With a max wind of 11 mph from the S and humidity at 68%, pacing adjustments are essential. Starting conservatively is advised, especially as the heat builds, to maintain performance throughout the race.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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When is the 2026 Oakland Marathon?

The 2026 Oakland Marathon will be held on Sunday March 22, 2026.

Is the Oakland Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Oakland Marathon?

The time limit for the Oakland Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 48°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 15 years of data

Avg Temp

62°F

L:48° H:62°

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Rain Freq

20%

3 of 15 yrs

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Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	47°/64°	-	50°
2024 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	51°/62°	-	49°
2023 Oakland Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2023	52°/57°	Light	49°
2022 Oakland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	46°/62°	-	38°
2021 Oakland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	45°/66°	-	34°
2019 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	46°/63°	-	45°
2018 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2018	43°/56°	Light	41°
2017 Oakland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	43°/61°	-	43°
2016 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2016	55°/67°	-	52°
2015 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2015	58°/66°	Light	54°
2014 Oakland Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2014	51°/62°	-	46°
2013 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	46°/63°	-	46°
2012 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	43°/56°	-	41°
2011 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2011	45°/58°	-	43°
2010 Oakland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	48°/65°	-	47°