Columbia Gorge Marathon

Hood River, OR, USA · October 18, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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48°at start
64° high
Light
Dry

Cool conditions, ideal for racing

Runners will face a temperature trend starting at 48°F and peaking at 64°F. Wind from the WSW at 5 mph, with gusts up to 16 mph, offers minimal resistance. With average humidity at 61% and a low dew point of 43°F, conditions are favorable; participants can maintain their planned pace without adjustments.

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Race Info

Run through fall foliage on the banks of the Columbia River at this destination marathon & half-marathon race. On the course, you'll celebrate the sweeping vistas and impressive natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. Runners and walkers are welcomed with a 7-hour half-marathon cut-off time. Source

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When is the 2026 Columbia Gorge Marathon?

The 2026 Columbia Gorge Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

Is the Columbia Gorge Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Columbia Gorge Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Columbia Gorge Marathon?

The time limit for the Columbia Gorge Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Columbia Gorge Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 63°F and a low of 44°F with a 8% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 20 years of data
Avg Temp
62°F
L:52° H:64°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
45%
9 of 20 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore

2025 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with rain.

2025
clear-day
52°/61°Light
7

2024 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2024
clear-day
50°/73°-
8

2023 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2023
cloudy
59°/67°-
8

2022 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2022
clear-day
55°/79°-
8

2021 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2021
rain
54°/59°Light
7

2019 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2019
cloudy
48°/54°Light
8

2018 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
clear-day
42°/66°-
8

2017 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2017
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57°/65°Light
9

2016 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2016
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49°/58°-
9

2015 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain.

2015
clear-day
45°/54°Light
8

2014 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2014
rain
50°/60°Light
8

2013 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2013
cloudy
51°/58°Light
7

2012 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2012
rain
60°/62°Light
8

2011 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2011
clear-day
58°/69°-
8

2010 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2010
rain
51°/57°Light
8

2009 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2009
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40°/53°-
8

2005 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2005
partly-cloudy-day
55°/65°-
6

2003 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2003
clear-day
61°/78°-
7

2002 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2002
clear-day
58°/70°-
6

2001 Columbia Gorge Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2001
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55°/66°-
7

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