Railway Marathon

Fultondale, AL, USA · February 6, 2027

44°·56° high·Light·Dry

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44°at start

58° high

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Cool morning, warming afternoon

Runners will face a starting temperature of 42°F, rising to 57°F by race end. Winds will be light at 7 mph from the SE, with gusts up to 18 mph. With humidity at 63%, runners should maintain hydration and consider a conservative pace to adjust for the warming conditions.

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Race Info

Looking for a fast, certified race with a great chance for a PR? This event is for you! This race is great for carbon shoes too!

Starting at Black Creek Park in Fultondale, AL, this marathon & half marathon will be held on the Five Mile Creek Greenway, a rails-to-trail project located 15 minutes north of Birmingham. Runners will race through the Cities of Fultondale, Gardendale, and Brookside on this flat, fast course.

The event is a USATF certified (Boston Qualifier), chip timed and fast, fast, fast. We venture to say it is one of the fastest marathon and half marathon routes in Alabama! Take a look at the results tab we held on this course back in 2020 and 2024 to see for yourself how fast this course is! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Railway Marathon?

The 2027 Railway Marathon will be held on Saturday February 6, 2027.

Is the Railway Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Railway Marathon?

The time limit for the Railway Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Railway Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 58°F and a low of 39°F with a 14% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data

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65°F

L:52° H:65°

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Rain Freq

50%

1 of 2 yrs

Wind12mph

Dew43°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Conditions	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point	Score
2026 Railway Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026		38°/54°	-	27°
2025 Railway Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2025		65°/76°	Light	61°

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