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Cleveland Marathon

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66°·77° high·Light·Dry

Race Day Weather

66°at start

79° high

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Warm start, gradual heat increase

Runners will face a starting temperature of 66°F, rising to 78°F by the end of the race. With an average humidity of 74% and a light SW wind at 5 mph, pacing should be conservative early on to accommodate the heat. Hydration will be crucial, especially as temperatures climb.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Cleveland Marathon?

The 2026 Cleveland Marathon will be held on Sunday May 17, 2026.

Is the Cleveland Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Cleveland Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 80°F and a low of 65°F with a 30% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 17 years of data

Avg Temp

64°F

L:56° H:66°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

41%

7 of 17 yrs

Wind12mph

Dew52°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	57°/59°	-	52°
2024 Cleveland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	60°/74°	-	60°
2023 Cleveland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	53°/63°	-	51°
2022 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2022	54°/68°	Light	55°
2022 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	77°/85°	-	66°
2021 Cleveland Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with morning rain. 2021	46°/53°	Light	41°
2019 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2019	71°/84°	-	60°
2018 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2018	54°/57°	Light	52°
2017 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2017	54°/63°	-	51°
2016 Cleveland Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2016	38°/46°	Light	34°
2015 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2015	68°/74°	Light	66°
2014 Cleveland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	44°/57°	-	40°
2013 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	65°/80°	-	61°
2012 Cleveland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	64°/77°	-	55°
2010 Cleveland Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	52°/58°	-	49°
2006 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2006	44°/55°	Light	38°
2002 Cleveland Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2002	59°/72°	Light	56°

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