Warsaw Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend
Runners will face a temperature rise from 48°F at the start to a peak of 67°F by the finish, with an average humidity of 68%. Light winds will shift from headwind in the early miles to tailwind around the midpoint, before returning to headwind in the latter stages. Runners should start conservatively and stay hydrated, particularly as temperatures increase, especially during the final miles where headwinds may challenge their pace.
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Race Info
The Warsaw Marathon (Maraton Warszawski) has run in the Polish capital every year since 1979, making it the country's oldest annual marathon. The course is a flat loop starting and finishing on Świętokrzyska Street at the Palace of Culture and Science, passing the Royal Route through Nowy Świat and Krakowskie Przedmieście, crossing the Poniatowski Bridge, and running by PGE Narodowy stadium. World Athletics has awarded the race an Elite Label, one of the higher tiers in its road race ranking system. The 2026 edition, the 48th, is scheduled for September 27 with a 9:00 AM start and a 6 hour 30 minute cutoff.
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | | 48°/57° | - | 43° | |
2024 | | 46°/58° | - | 43° | |
2023 | | 57°/65° | - | 52° | |
2022 | | 51°/62° | - | 43° |