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Xiamen Marathon

Xiamen, China • January 11, 2026

Race Day Weather

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66° high

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Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature rise from 50°F at the start to 66°F by the finish. With a max wind of 18 mph from the east, pacing adjustments may be needed as conditions warm. Humidity is low at 36%, allowing for a comfortable race, but hydration should still be prioritized.

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The Xiamen International Marathon (Chinese: 厦门国际马拉松赛; pinyin: Xiàmén guójì mǎlāsōng sài; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Ē-mn̂g kok-chè má-la-song sài) is an annual marathon race held in January in the coastal city of Xiamen in Fujian province, People's Republic of China. It is one of the prominent marathon races of the year. More than 50,000 runners took part in the race in 2010. The 2013 edition featured 73,896 entrants. Wikipedia

Course Map

FAQ

When is the 2026 Xiamen Marathon?

The 2026 Xiamen Marathon will be held on Sunday January 11, 2026.

Is the Xiamen Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

Historical Weather

Based on 21 years of data

Avg Temp

65°F

L:56° H:66°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

19%

4 of 21 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew52°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	57°/68°	-	50°
2024 Xiamen Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	59°/68°	-	49°
2023 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	64°/74°	-	59°
2020 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	62°/70°	-	59°
2019 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2019	58°/66°	Light	57°
2018 Xiamen Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2018	57°/63°	Moderate	59°
2017 Xiamen Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	59°/75°	-	59°
2016 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2016	55°/66°	-	55°
2015 Xiamen Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	46°/63°	-	39°
2014 Xiamen Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2014	54°/68°	-	55°
2013 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	54°/61°	-	49°
2012 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	55°/61°	-	49°
2011 Xiamen Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	46°/57°	-	33°
2010 Xiamen Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2010	55°/57°	Light	50°
2009 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	47°/63°	-	38°
2008 Xiamen Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	52°/68°	-	49°
2007 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	68°/84°	-	70°
2006 Xiamen Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2006	55°/61°	Light	55°
2005 Xiamen Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2005	56°/63°	-	45°
2004 Xiamen Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2004	56°/61°	-	54°
2003 Xiamen Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	61°/72°	-	58°