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RDC Marathon

Durham, NC, USAOctober 26, 2025

Race Day Weather

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63° high
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Dry

Cool conditions, steady winds

Runners will face a cool start at 44°F, rising to 63°F by the finish. Winds from the south at 9 mph will create a mild headwind throughout, with gusts up to 22 mph. With humidity at 62%, runners should maintain hydration and consider pacing conservatively in the warmer later stages.

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Come on out for either a full or half marathon,10K or 5K in Durham in October! The RDC Marathon will draw participants from Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and throughout North Carolina, as well as from across the country. The USATF-certified Boston Qualifier course features the iconic American Tobacco Trail and finishes at The Streets at Southpoint in Durham. Participants have the perfect venue to to wine, dine, shop, and run! Source

Area Map

Course Map

FAQ

When is the 2025 RDC Marathon?

The 2025 RDC Marathon will be held on Sunday October 26, 2025.

Is the RDC Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

Historical Weather

Based on 7 years of data
Avg Temp
61°F
L:44° H:61°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
14%
1 of 7 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew41°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2024
rain
53°/59°Light
8
2023
partly-cloudy-day
60°/81°-
7
2022
cloudy
52°/62°-
9
2021
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51°/69°-
9
2019
clear-day
32°/61°-
8
2018
partly-cloudy-day
28°/48°-
7
2017
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30°/47°-
7