Catalina Island Marathon

Catalina Island, CA, USA · March 13, 2027

53°·53° high·Breezy·Dry

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53° high

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Comfortable temps, moderate wind

Mild 53°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Moderate winds around 13mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. High humidity (81%) will make it harder to cool down through sweat — increase fluid intake accordingly.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Catalina Island Marathon is a point-to-point trail marathon run each March from Two Harbors to Avalon on Santa Catalina Island, California. It serves as California's State Off-Road Marathon Championship and is billed as the oldest trail marathon in the state, typically selling out; the 2026 race drew more than 1,400 participants across its marathon, 10K and 5K distances. The course climbs and descends on dirt roads and trails through Catalina Island Conservancy land, and race-weekend access depends on the Catalina Express ferry schedule to the island. The 2027 edition, the marathon's 49th running, is scheduled for March 13.

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Catalina Island Marathon?

The 2027 Catalina Island Marathon will be held on Saturday March 13, 2027.

Is the Catalina Island Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Catalina Island Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Catalina Island Marathon?

The time limit for the Catalina Island Marathon is 8 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Catalina Island Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 54°F and a low of 52°F with a 5% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 26 years of data

Avg Temp

61°F

L:54° H:62°

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Rain Freq

19%

5 of 26 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	69°/75°	-	44°
2025 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	49°/56°	-	45°
2024 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	55°/64°	-	48°
2023 Catalina Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2023	56°/59°	Light	56°
2022 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	61°/70°	-	19°
2021 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	55°/65°	-	51°
2019 Catalina Island Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2019	46°/51°	-	43°
2018 Catalina Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2018	54°/59°	Light	51°
2017 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	66°/76°	-	46°
2016 Catalina Island Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2016	50°/60°	-	52°
2015 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	75°/84°	-	31°
2014 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	60°/80°	-	36°
2013 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	45°/54°	-	40°
2012 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	63°/68°	-	37°
2011 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	47°/55°	-	48°
2010 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2010	50°/53°	Light	46°
2009 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	48°/56°	-	47°
2008 Catalina Island Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	45°/52°	-	41°
2007 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2007	60°/69°	-	47°
2006 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	44°/51°	-	40°
2005 Catalina Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2005	48°/56°	Light	52°
2004 Catalina Island Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2004	49°/61°	-	50°
2003 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2003	54°/59°	Moderate	56°
2002 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	45°/58°	-	37°
2001 Catalina Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2001	52°/61°	-	48°
2000 Catalina Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	56°/72°	-	56°