Steamtown Marathon

Scranton, PA, USA · October 11, 2026
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55°at start
75° high
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Cool start, warming quickly

Runners will face a temperature rise from 55°F to 75°F, with humidity averaging 62%. A light headwind will be present at 10 mph, but it won't significantly impact performance. As temperatures climb, it's advisable to start conservatively and stay hydrated to maintain optimal pacing.

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The Steamtown Marathon is an annual marathon (26.2 mi or 42.2 km) in northeastern Pennsylvania, held the Sunday before Columbus Day. The race starts at Forest City High School in Forest City and finishes at Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. The race has a limit of 3000 runners, and usually sells out. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Steamtown Marathon?

The 2026 Steamtown Marathon will be held on Sunday October 11, 2026.

Is the Steamtown Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Steamtown Marathon?

The time limit for the Steamtown Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Steamtown Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 75°F and a low of 54°F with a 13% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data
Avg Temp
53°F
L:48° H:58°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
20%
5 of 25 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2025
partly-cloudy-day
55°/60°Light
8

2024 Steamtown Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain.

2024
rain
47°/50°Light
10

2023 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2023
cloudy
49°/53°-
10

2022 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2022
cloudy
41°/53°-
10

2019 Steamtown Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2019
clear-day
45°/60°-
9

2018 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2018
cloudy
67°/72°-
4

2017 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2017
rain
72°/77°Light
3

2016 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2016
partly-cloudy-day
52°/55°-
10

2015 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
41°/60°-
10

2014 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2014
clear-day
36°/55°-
10

2013 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2013
cloudy
55°/64°-
8

2012 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2012
partly-cloudy-day
45°/50°-
10

2011 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2011
clear-day
48°/67°-
8

2010 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2010
clear-day
35°/56°-
10

2009 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2009
fog
34°/50°-
10

2008 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2008
clear-day
44°/63°-
9

2007 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2007
partly-cloudy-day
67°/74°Light
4

2006 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2006
clear-day
43°/61°-
9

2005 Steamtown Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2005
cloudy
48°/51°-
10

2004 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2004
partly-cloudy-day
45°/54°-
10

2003 Steamtown Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2003
clear-day
45°/60°-
9

2002 Steamtown Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain.

2002
cloudy
55°/62°-
7

2001 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2001
clear-day
39°/48°-
10

2000 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2000
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34°/44°-
10

1999 Steamtown Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

1999
rain
59°/62°Light
6

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