Boston Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool conditions, steady tailwind
Runners will face a cool start at 53°F with conditions remaining steady throughout the race. A light tailwind will aid performance from miles 1 to 4 and again from miles 6 to 27, while a crosswind at mile 5 may require slight adjustments. With humidity at 57%, maintaining hydration is key, especially as temperatures reach a maximum of 55°F by the finish.
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Race Info
The Boston Marathon, established in 1897, is the world's oldest annual marathon and requires qualifying times based on age and gender. Runners start in Hopkinton and finish on Boylston Street, tackling a net downhill course with a mix of flat stretches and the Newton Hills, including Heartbreak Hill. Key landmarks include Wellesley's "Scream Tunnel" and the historic finish in Copley Square. It's the oldest of the seven Abbott World Marathon Majors.
