Victoria Marathon

Victoria, BC, Canada · October 10, 2027·
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52°at start
53° high
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Cool conditions, slight breeze

Runners will face a steady temperature of 52°F, rising slightly to 53°F. Winds from the SSW at 10 mph may cause slight resistance, with gusts up to 17 mph. With high humidity at 80%, runners should consider adjusting their pace and staying hydrated to maintain performance.

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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 9
9:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)
Sunday, October 10
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 2027 Victoria Marathon?

The 2027 Victoria Marathon will be held on Sunday October 10, 2027.

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 2027 Victoria Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 55°F and a low of 52°F with a 14% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data
Avg Temp
52°F
L:49° H:56°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
44%
11 of 25 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2026 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2026
clear-day
46°/58°-
10

2025 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2025
partly-cloudy-day
48°/51°Light
10

2024 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2024
partly-cloudy-day
49°/58°-
9

2023 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2023
partly-cloudy-day
51°/57°-
8

2022 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2022
clear-day
52°/64°-
7

2019 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2019
partly-cloudy-day
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
clear-day
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
partly-cloudy-day
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
clear-day
45°/54°-
9

2012 Victoria Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2012
clear-day
49°/62°-
8

2011 Victoria Marathon

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

2011
rain
47°/54°Light
9

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
clear-day
43°/52°-
10

2008 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2008
clear-day
48°/53°-
10

2007 Victoria Marathon

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

2007
clear-day
49°/54°Light
9

2006 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2006
clear-day
49°/51°Light
9

2005 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2005
clear-day
51°/54°-
9

2004 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2004
clear-day
51°/55°Light
9

2003 Victoria Marathon

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

2003
clear-day
52°/57°Light
8

2002 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2002
clear-day
43°/56°-
10

2001 Victoria Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2001
partly-cloudy-day
49°/58°-
8

2000 Victoria Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2000
partly-cloudy-day
52°/57°-
8

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