Belfast City Marathon

Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK · May 2, 2027

49°·52° high·Breezy·Dry

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49°at start

52° high

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Dry

Cool start, steady pacing advised

Runners will face a temperature range of 48°F to 52°F, with average humidity at 75%. Wind will present a tailwind in the early miles, but a headwind at miles 4, 20, and 25 will challenge pacing. Given the cool conditions, runners should start conservatively and focus on hydration, especially during the crosswind sections from miles 12-19.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Belfast City Marathon runs through Belfast, Northern Ireland, starting at Stormont Estate and finishing at Ormeau Park. The AIMS-certified 26.2-mile course is run on a Sunday in early May and is paired with a team relay covering the same route in stages on the same day. It is Northern Ireland's largest mass-participation running event, with a combined field across the marathon weekend reported at 15,000 to 18,000 participants.

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When is the 2027 Belfast City Marathon?

The 2027 Belfast City Marathon will be held on Sunday May 2, 2027.

Is the Belfast City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Belfast City Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Belfast City Marathon?

The time limit for the Belfast City Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Belfast City Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 53°F and a low of 47°F with a 10% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

Avg Temp

56°F

L:50° H:56°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

46%

11 of 24 yrs

Wind13mph

Dew43°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Belfast City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2026	52°/55°	Light	49°
2025 Belfast City Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2025	50°/52°	-	37°
2024 Belfast City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2024	54°/59°	-	52°
2023 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2023	54°/63°	Light	53°
2022 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2022	50°/55°	Light	49°
2021 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2021	50°/57°	Light	47°
2019 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	45°/50°	-	35°
2018 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	50°/61°	-	51°
2017 Belfast City Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2017	52°/62°	-	46°
2016 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2016	51°/54°	Light	39°
2015 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2015	50°/57°	-	39°
2014 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2014	50°/54°	Light	46°
2013 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	54°/59°	-	50°
2012 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2012	43°/47°	Light	41°
2011 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	54°/61°	-	36°
2010 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	48°/54°	-	38°
2009 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2009	50°/54°	Light	48°
2008 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	48°/59°	-	49°
2007 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	51°/57°	Light	43°
2006 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2006	45°/52°	Light	36°
2005 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2005	54°/61°	-	49°
2004 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	47°/52°	Light	38°
2002 Belfast City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	48°/54°	-	42°
2001 Belfast City Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2001	48°/57°	-	43°

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