Reggae Marathon

Negril, Jamaica · December 06, 2026

78°·83° high·Light·Dry

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78°at start

83° high

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Warm start, hydrate frequently

Runners will face a warm start at 78°F, climbing to 83°F by the finish. With humidity at 72% and a dew point of 70°F, hydration will be crucial. A light breeze from the ESE at 7 mph will provide some relief, but runners should adjust their pace to manage the heat effectively.

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The Half Marathon & 10K begin at Long Bay Beach Park, situated midway along Negril’s famed 7-mile white sand beach. The course loops into Negril town center and then heads east to Bloody Bay before returning to finish at Long Bay Beach Park. The 5K race also starts at Long Bay Beach Park, heading in the opposite direction towards Negril’s aerodrome, with the same finishing point. The mostly flat course is an IAAF certified half marathon & 10K course. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Reggae Marathon?

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 will the weather be like for the 2026 Reggae Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 83°F and a low of 77°F with a 1% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data

Avg Temp

84°F

L:78° H:85°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

12%

3 of 25 yrs

Wind15mph

Dew74°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Reggae Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2025	81°/86°	-	73°
2024 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	79°/86°	-	71°
2023 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	80°/87°	-	74°
2022 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2022	79°/85°	-	69°
2021 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2021	75°/85°	-	72°
2020 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	81°/88°	-	75°
2019 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	77°/87°	-	74°
2018 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2018	78°/87°	-	71°
2017 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	79°/86°	-	74°
2016 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	79°/86°	-	75°
2015 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	77°/88°	-	76°
2014 Reggae Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2014	74°/82°	-	72°
2013 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	78°/86°	-	75°
2012 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	75°/84°	-	73°
2011 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	79°/82°	-	68°
2010 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2010	76°/82°	Light	67°
2009 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	81°/90°	-	78°
2008 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	75°/83°	-	74°
2007 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2007	77°/83°	Light	73°
2006 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	78°/84°	-	75°
2005 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	77°/84°	-	76°
2004 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	79°/84°	-	72°
2003 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2003	78°/85°	Light	76°
2002 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	77°/85°	-	75°
2001 Reggae Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	78°/86°	-	74°

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