Hamilton Marathon

Hamilton, ON, Canada · November 1, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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46°at start
49° high
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Dry

Cool temps, moderate winds ahead

Runners will face temperatures starting at 46°F, rising to 48°F by the end of the race. Winds will be moderate at 15 mph from the WSW, creating a headwind and crosswind mix throughout the loops. With humidity at 73%, it’s advisable to hydrate regularly and consider adjusting pace in the later laps as temperatures rise slightly. A light layer may be beneficial during pre-race warm-ups due to the cool feel.

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Race Info

Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope is an annual marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids run held each fall along the Lake Ontario waterfront in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. All races start and finish in Confederation Park; the full marathon runs a two-loop, Boston-qualifying course. Results are archived for most years since 2018, with a gap in 2020-2021 when the event ran virtual-only or without posted results due to COVID-19. The event is organized by Runner's Den and its Road2Hope name comes from its charity partnership with EduDeo Ministries, whose Road2Hope program funds schools in developing countries.

FAQ

When is the 2026 Hamilton Marathon?

The 2026 Hamilton Marathon will be held on Sunday November 1, 2026.

Is the Hamilton Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 53°F and a low of 45°F with a 11% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 6 years of data
Avg Temp
52°F
L:42° H:53°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
33%
2 of 6 yrs
Wind8mph
Dew40°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
34°/52°-
8
2024
clear-day
35°/49°-
8
2023
partly-cloudy-day
39°/50°-
8
2022
cloudy
62°/78°-
7
2019
cloudy
41°/44°Light
6
2018
cloudy
40°/45°Light
7