Runners will face a starting temperature of 55°F, gradually rising to 61°F by race end. With a steady wind from the south at 13 mph, it may provide a slight headwind effect. Humidity at 65% suggests maintaining hydration, but conditions are generally favorable for pacing adjustments.

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About the Perth Marathon

The Perth Marathon is the full-marathon event of the Perth Running Festival, run through Burswood Park and along the Swan River before finishing on the field inside Optus Stadium. The course is AIMS-certified and counts toward the Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Rankings. It also serves as the official Western Australian state marathon championship. The race is held on a Sunday in October, starting and finishing at Optus Stadium in Burswood.

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Race weekend

Sunday, October 11

7:40 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:45 AM4km Dash (2.5 mi)

9:40 AM10km (6.2 mi)

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Perth Marathon FAQ

When is the 2026 Perth Marathon?

The 2026 Perth Marathon will be held on Sunday October 11, 2026.

Is the Perth Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Perth Marathon?

The time limit for the Perth Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 55°F with a 0% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Perth Marathon?

Over the 4 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2023 to 2026), it averaged 56°F at the start and 68°F by a typical finish. It has not rained during race hours in any of those years.

What was the hottest Perth Marathon?

Of the 4 years on record, 2025 was the warmest, reaching 71°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2025, at 46°F.

What was the windiest Perth Marathon?

Of the 4 years on record, 2026 was the windiest, with wind averaging 10 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2024, at 3 mph.

Perth Marathon weather history

Based on 4 years of data

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Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Perth Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	55°/61°	-	49°
2025 Perth Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	46°/71°	-	50°
2024 Perth Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	58°/70°	-	57°
2023 Perth Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	64°/71°	-	59°

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