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Columbus Marathon

Columbus, OH, USA · October 18, 2026
clear-day35°·60° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

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35°at start
64° high
Breezy
Dry

Cold start, warming up, wind shifts

Runners will face a chilly start at 35°F, rising to 62°F by race's end. A light headwind in miles 1-3 will require cautious pacing, while a tailwind from miles 7-20 offers a chance to gain speed. With humidity at 63%, hydration should be prioritized, especially as temperatures increase. A throwaway layer may be beneficial during the pre-race wait.

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The Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon is a marathon held in Columbus, Ohio, United States. First run in 1978 and held annually since 1980, it features a flat, fast course which saw nearly 20 percent of finishers qualify for the Boston Marathon in 2010. Proceeds go to Nationwide Children's Hospital; 2026 marks the 15th year of that partnership, with more than $15 million raised for the hospital to date. The 2025 race sold out its combined marathon and half marathon field of about 15,000 entries. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Columbus Marathon?

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

Is the Columbus Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Columbus Marathon?

The time limit for the Columbus Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 64°F and a low of 34°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 26 years of data
Avg Temp
61°F
L:43° H:61°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
4%
1 of 26 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew39°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2026 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2026
clear-day
35°/60°-
8

2025 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2025
rain
58°/65°Light
5

2024 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2024
clear-day
40°/72°-
8

2023 Columbus Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain.

2023
cloudy
49°/55°-
8

2022 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2022
partly-cloudy-day
46°/67°-
8

2021 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2021
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46°/63°-
8

2019 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2019
partly-cloudy-day
51°/72°-
8

2018 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2018
cloudy
37°/46°-
7

2017 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2017
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68°/76°-
6

2016 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2016
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61°/79°-
8

2015 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2015
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30°/53°-
7

2014 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2014
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40°/52°-
8

2013 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2013
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37°/59°-
7

2012 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2012
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36°/58°-
8

2011 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2011
cloudy
52°/66°-
8

2010 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2010
clear-day
45°/68°-
9

2009 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2009
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31°/50°-
8

2008 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2008
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37°/55°-
8

2007 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2007
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51°/77°-
8

2006 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2006
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33°/53°-
8

2005 Columbus Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2005
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41°/59°-
8

2004 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2004
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37°/54°-
7

2003 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2003
partly-cloudy-day
41°/63°-
8

2002 Columbus Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2002
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33°/49°-
8

2001 Columbus Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2001
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52°/72°-
8

2000 Columbus Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2000
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31°/54°-
8

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