Runners will face a temperature rise from 54°F to 72°F, with an average humidity of 61% and a dew point of 49°F. Wind will be a gentle S at 9 mph, occasionally gusting to 17 mph. Runners should start conservatively to account for the warming trend and stay hydrated throughout the race.

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The Willamette Valley Half Marathon starts and finishes at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon, crossing the Peter Courtney Minto Island Bridge into Minto-Brown Island Park. A companion 10K shares the same start. Finishers receive a wine-tasting package featuring Willamette Valley wines.

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Sunday, September 15

8:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

9:30 AM10K (6.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2024 Willamette Valley Half Marathon?

The 2024 Willamette Valley Half Marathon will be held on Sunday September 15, 2024.

Is the Willamette Valley Half Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Willamette Valley Half Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Willamette Valley Half Marathon?

The time limit for the Willamette Valley Half Marathon is 5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2024 Willamette Valley Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 51°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 6 years of data

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56°F

L:54° H:58°

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Rain Freq

17%

1 of 6 yrs

Wind8mph

Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2024 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	54°/60°	-	51°
2023 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	55°/61°	-	49°
2022 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2022	53°/55°	-	46°
2021 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	53°/56°	-	44°
2019 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2019	52°/56°	-	48°
2018 Willamette Valley Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2018	58°/61°	Light	54°

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