Edinburgh Marathon

Edinburgh, Scotland • May 24, 2026

Race Day Weather

52°

59° high

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Dry

Cool start, steady finish

Runners will face temperatures starting at 53°F and peaking at 59°F, with a consistent humidity of 70%. A light headwind at 13 mph will challenge pacing, particularly in exposed sections. Runners should consider adjusting their pace conservatively and stay hydrated throughout the race.

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The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual marathon event, governed by Scottish Athletics and run in Scotland over the traditional distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.219 mi). The first marathon event in Edinburgh was in 1982. Further marathons were held in Edinburgh in 1986 and 1999. Since 2003 the Edinburgh Marathon Festival has been held each year, usually in May. The current route begins in the city centre, moves out of Edinburgh into East Lothian, finishing at Musselburgh, East Lothian. Wikipedia

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon?

The 2026 Edinburgh Marathon will be held on Sunday May 24, 2026.

Is the Edinburgh Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 59°F and a low of 48°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 21 years of data

Avg Temp

58°F

L:54° H:60°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

48%

10 of 21 yrs

Wind13mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2025	54°/58°	Light	45°
2024 Edinburgh Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2024	53°/59°	Light	54°
2023 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	54°/60°	-	39°
2022 Edinburgh Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2022	49°/57°	-	38°
2019 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	55°/59°	Light	52°
2018 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	50°/53°	-	50°
2017 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2017	58°/68°	-	55°
2016 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2016	53°/57°	-	49°
2015 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2015	48°/54°	Light	40°
2014 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2014	50°/53°	Light	47°
2013 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	56°/59°	-	47°
2012 Edinburgh Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with morning rain. 2012	59°/68°	-	51°
2011 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	52°/57°	Light	44°
2010 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2010	58°/73°	Light	58°
2009 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2009	54°/59°	-	49°
2008 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	52°/58°	-	45°
2007 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2007	47°/52°	Light	42°
2006 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2006	66°/72°	-	56°
2005 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2005	47°/54°	Light	43°
2004 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	64°/67°	-	55°
2003 Edinburgh Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2003	56°/63°	Light	48°