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Paavo Nurmi Marathon

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Hurley, WI, USA · August 8, 2026
clear-day55°·75° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

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55°at start
75° high
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Dry

Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature increase from 53°F at the start to a high of 76°F. Winds will be from the WSW at 13 mph, creating a slight headwind throughout. With humidity at 67% and a dew point of 55°F, it is advisable to adjust pacing as the race progresses and ensure proper hydration.

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The Paavo is a point-to-point marathon in Northern Iron County, Wisconsin, always the 2nd Saturday in August. The Paavo Nurmi Marathon runs on a certified course which is a Boston Marathon/NYC Marathon qualifying event....also offering a half marathon, marathon RELAY and Twilight 5K Run/Walk. Source

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When is the 2026 Paavo Nurmi Marathon?

The 2026 Paavo Nurmi Marathon will be held on Saturday August 8, 2026.

Is the Paavo Nurmi Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Paavo Nurmi Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?

The time limit for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon is 16.98 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Paavo Nurmi Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 10 years of data
Avg Temp
59°F
L:56° H:73°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
10%
1 of 10 yrs
Wind3mph
Dew58°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2025
partly-cloudy-day
67°/76°Light
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2024 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain.

2024
cloudy
52°/60°-
8

2023 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day.

2023
fog
52°/66°-
8

2022 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain.

2022
cloudy
54°/61°-
9

2019 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2019
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50°/78°-
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2018 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
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60°/85°-
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2017 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2017
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49°/75°-
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2016 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2016
cloudy
59°/73°-
8

2015 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
61°/74°-
8

2014 Paavo Nurmi Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2014
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55°/79°-
8

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