Runners will face temperatures starting at 83°F and increasing to 84°F by race end. With an average humidity of 80% and a dew point of 76°F, conditions will feel warm and sticky. Wind from the ENE at 15 mph will be a factor, so pacing adjustments are advised to combat heat stress and maintain hydration.
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About the Reggae Marathon
The Reggae Marathon is held on the first Sunday of December on the Kingston Waterfront in Jamaica, after 24 years in Negril. The in-person races are a half marathon, 10K and 5K, all starting at Nethersole Place and finishing on Port Royal Street. The mostly flat course is certified by World Athletics and AIMS and starts before dawn, with a 4-hour limit and aid stations at every mile. The full marathon is offered as a virtual event.Source
The 2026 Reggae Marathon will be held on Sunday December 6, 2026.
Is the Reggae Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?
Yes, the Reggae Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.
What is the time limit for the Reggae Marathon?
The time limit for the Reggae Marathon is 4 hours.
What will the weather be like for the 2026 Reggae Marathon?
The forecast calls for a high of 85°F and a low of 82°F with a 8% chance of rain.
What is the weather usually like for the Reggae Marathon?
Over the 25 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2001 to 2025), it averaged 77°F at the start and 82°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 4 of those years (2003, 2007, 2010 and 2025).
What was the hottest Reggae Marathon?
Of the 25 years on record, 2009 was the warmest (run in Negril, Jamaica), reaching 88°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2021 (run in Negril, Jamaica), at 75°F.
What was the windiest Reggae Marathon?
Of the 25 years on record, 2024 was the windiest (run in Negril, Jamaica), with wind averaging 16 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2003 (run in Negril, Jamaica), at 2 mph.
Reggae Marathon weather history
Based on 25 years of data
Avg Temp
79°F
L:77° H:82°
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Conditions
Rain Freq
16%
4 of 25 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew72°F
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
This race has moved. A year marked with a city was run there, and its weather is from there.
