Houston Marathon

Houston, TX, USA · January 8, 2027
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Race Day Weather

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50°at start
62° high
Breezy
Dry

Cool start, mild wind challenges

Runners will face a temperature rise from 50°F to 61°F, with an average humidity of 71%. A light tailwind will aid performance in the early miles, but a headwind from miles 7-8 and 19-27 will test stamina. Adjust pacing accordingly and consider hydration frequency, especially as temperatures climb. Light rain is possible, so keep an eye on the skies as the race progresses.

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Race Info

The Houston Marathon is an annual marathon usually held every January in Houston, Texas, United States, since 1972. With thousands of runners and spectators, it is the largest single day sporting event in the city. It is run concurrently with a half marathon and a 5 km race. The 2007 race included the first-ever satellite running of the event, run simultaneously in Fallujah, Iraq. Wikipedia

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When is the 2027 Houston Marathon?

The 2027 Houston Marathon will be held on Friday January 8, 2027.

Is the Houston Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Houston Marathon?

The time limit for the Houston Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Houston Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 45°F with a 8% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 27 years of data
Avg Temp
60°F
L:46° H:60°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
11%
3 of 27 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2026 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2026
clear-day
43°/60°-
8

2025 Houston Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2025
clear-day
31°/40°-
5

2024 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2024
clear-day
38°/47°-
7

2023 Houston Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day.

2023
cloudy
59°/72°-
7

2022 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2022
clear-day
36°/51°-
7

2020 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2020
clear-day
45°/57°-
7

2019 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2019
clear-day
32°/49°-
7

2018 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
clear-day
36°/53°-
8

2017 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain.

2017
fog
65°/75°Light
7

2016 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2016
clear-day
39°/55°-
8

2015 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
51°/69°-
8

2014 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2014
clear-day
52°/67°-
8

2013 Houston Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2013
rain
41°/46°Light
5

2012 Houston Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2012
clear-day
47°/68°-
8

2011 Houston Marathon

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

2011
rain
63°/67°Light
8

2010 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2010
clear-day
28°/40°-
7

2009 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2009
clear-day
56°/69°-
8

2008 Houston Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2008
partly-cloudy-day
48°/63°-
8

2007 Houston Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2007
cloudy
54°/71°-
8

2006 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2006
partly-cloudy-day
52°/71°-
8

2005 Houston Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2005
clear-day
40°/54°-
7

2004 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2004
partly-cloudy-day
49°/52°-
8

2003 Houston Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2003
partly-cloudy-day
32°/61°-
8

2002 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2002
partly-cloudy-day
38°/54°-
8

2001 Houston Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain.

2001
partly-cloudy-day
50°/65°-
9

2000 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2000
partly-cloudy-day
55°/75°-
8

1999 Houston Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

1999
partly-cloudy-day
64°/77°-
7

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