Victoria Marathon

Victoria, BC, Canada · October 11, 2026
clear-day47°·57° high·Breezy·Dry
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47°at start
60° high
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Cool start, slight wind gusts

Runners will face a temperature range from 47°F at the start to 59°F by finish, with average humidity at 52% and a dew point of 36°F. Light winds from the ENE at 13 mph may create slight gusts. Runners should consider a conservative pace early on and stay hydrated as temperatures rise.

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The Royal Victoria Marathon, formerly known as the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon or RVM, is a marathon race held on Vancouver Island in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada every October. It was first held in 1980 and was started by Robin Pearson, Alex Marshall and Bruce "Gunner" Shaw. Wikipedia

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Race weekend

Saturday, October 10
9:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)
Sunday, October 11
7:15 AM8K (5.0 mi)
8:15 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
8:15 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
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When is the 2026 Victoria Marathon?

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

Is the Victoria Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Victoria Marathon?

The time limit for the Victoria Marathon is 6.5 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 60°F and a low of 47°F with a 1% chance of rain.

Where can I watch the Victoria Marathon?

CHEK finish line livestream on YouTube

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data
Avg Temp
52°F
L:49° H:55°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
46%
11 of 24 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2025
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48°/51°Light
10

2024 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2024
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49°/58°-
9

2023 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2023
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51°/57°-
8

2022 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2022
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52°/64°-
7

2019 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2019
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48°/54°Light
10

2018 Victoria Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain.

2018
rain
49°/50°Light
10

2017 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with afternoon rain.

2017
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48°/57°-
9

2016 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2016
rain
48°/54°Light
9

2015 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2015
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52°/56°-
8

2014 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2014
cloudy
52°/54°Light
9

2013 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2013
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45°/54°-
10

2012 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2012
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49°/62°-
8

2011 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2011
rain
47°/54°Light
10

2010 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2010
cloudy
53°/59°Light
8

2009 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2009
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43°/52°-
10

2008 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2008
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48°/53°-
10

2007 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2007
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49°/54°Light
9

2006 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2006
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49°/51°Light
9

2005 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2005
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51°/54°-
9

2004 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2004
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51°/55°Light
9

2003 Victoria Marathon

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

2003
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52°/57°Light
8

2002 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2002
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43°/56°-
10

2001 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2001
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49°/58°-
9

2000 Victoria Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2000
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52°/57°-
8

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