Redding Marathon

Redding, CA, USA · January 17, 2027
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Cool start, pleasant finish

Runners will face a temperature rise from 45°F at the start to 55°F by the finish, with light winds throughout. Humidity levels will be moderate at 59%, making hydration important. As conditions are cool, pacing can remain steady; however, a light layer may be beneficial during pre-race. Rain is unlikely but keep an eye on conditions.

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About the Redding Marathon

The Redding Marathon is a point-to-point Boston qualifier in Redding, California, run on a Sunday in January. It starts at Shasta Dam in Shasta Lake and follows the paved Sacramento River Trail to Keswick, climbs into Old Shasta between miles 10 and 18 and drops back to the river trail, then crosses the Diestelhorst Bridge and finishes at the Sundial Bridge. A three-person relay with legs of 9.7, 10.3 and 6.2 miles and a Sundial 5K run the same morning, put on by the SWEAT Running Club. Source

Race weekend

Sunday, January 17
8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
8:00 AM3 Person Relay (13.1 mi)
9:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)
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Redding Marathon FAQ

When is the 2027 Redding Marathon?

The 2027 Redding Marathon will be held on Sunday January 17, 2027.

Is the Redding Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 61°F and a low of 43°F with a 17% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Redding Marathon?

Over the 22 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2001 to 2026), it averaged 39°F at the start and 55°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 6 of those years.

What was the hottest Redding Marathon?

Of the 22 years on record, 2013 was the warmest, reaching 75°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2012, at 28°F.

What was the windiest Redding Marathon?

Of the 22 years on record, 2007 was the windiest, with wind averaging 17 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2020, at 0 mph.

Redding Marathon weather history

Based on 22 years of data
Avg Temp
47°F
L:39° H:55°
RunScore
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Rain Freq
27%
6 of 22 yrs
Wind4mph
Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
clear-day
36°/63°-
10
2025
clear-day
31°/53°-
10
2024
rain
45°/50°Light
10
2023
cloudy
46°/48°-
10
2022
clear-day
33°/55°-
10
2020
clear-day
36°/51°-
10
2019
rain
53°/56°Light
8
2018
fog
39°/57°-
9
2017
fog
31°/47°-
10
2016
rain
50°/53°Light
8
2015
rain
50°/53°Light
10
2014
clear-day
32°/64°-
10
2013
clear-day
31°/75°-
9
2012
clear-day
28°/52°-
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2011
cloudy
48°/56°-
10
2010
rain
48°/48°Light
10
2009
clear-day
31°/66°-
10
2008
clear-day
40°/58°-
10
2007
clear-day
30°/48°-
10
2005
cloudy
41°/46°-
10
2002
rain
51°/52°Light
9
2001
clear-day
32°/57°-
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