Two Cities Marathon

Fresno, CA, USANovember 01, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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73° high
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Dry

Cool start, warming up

Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to a high of 71°F by the finish. With a light breeze from the SSW at 5 mph, humidity sits at 59%. Runners should start conservatively and adjust their pace as temperatures climb, ensuring adequate hydration throughout.

Race day forecast available in 208 days
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Just 60 miles from Yosemite, Fresno and its sister city Clovis, sit as the Gateway to Yosemite National Park as well as Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, home of some of the largest and oldest redwoods in the World! With plenty of hotels to choose from you can see why many participants run, stay and play! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Two Cities Marathon?

The 2026 Two Cities Marathon will be held on Sunday November 1, 2026.

Is the Two Cities Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Two Cities Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Two Cities Marathon?

The time limit for the Two Cities Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Two Cities Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 73°F and a low of 51°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 12 years of data
Avg Temp
68°F
L:51° H:68°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
0%
0 of 12 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew44°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
54°/76°-
8
2024
cloudy
50°/61°-
9
2023
partly-cloudy-day
52°/77°-
8
2022
cloudy
55°/65°-
9
2021
partly-cloudy-day
52°/64°-
8
2019
clear-day
45°/74°-
8
2018
cloudy
56°/78°-
8
2017
cloudy
51°/58°-
8
2016
fog
51°/63°-
8
2014
fog
47°/63°-
8
2013
partly-cloudy-day
52°/66°-
8
2012
clear-day
53°/75°-
8