Jim Thorpe Marathon
Jim Thorpe, PA, USA • April 26, 2026
Race Day Weather
44°
61° high
Breezy
Dry
Cool start, mild afternoon
Runners will face a temperature rising from 45°F at the start to a comfortable 61°F by the finish. Winds will be coming from the S with a steady speed of 9 mph and gusts up to 23 mph. With humidity at 56%, hydration will be important, especially in the warmer afternoon, encouraging runners to maintain a steady pace throughout.
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Distance: 26.2mi
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Join us in this gorgeous mountain town for one of the most beautiful runs in the Northeast! The full marathon is a point-to-point BOSTON QUALIFIER with a steady 0.5-1% downgrade nearly the entire way!! It is one of the fastest Boston Qualifiers on the East Coast! Source
FAQ
When is the 2026 Jim Thorpe Marathon?
The 2026 Jim Thorpe Marathon will be held on Sunday April 26, 2026.
Is the Jim Thorpe Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?
Yes, the Jim Thorpe Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.
What will the weather be like for the 2026 Jim Thorpe Marathon?
The forecast calls for a high of 61°F and a low of 44°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.
Historical Weather
Based on 8 years of data
Avg Temp
66°F
L:54° H:66°
RunScore
Conditions
Rain Freq
38%
3 of 8 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew49°F
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 |  | 45°/61° | - | 33° | |
2024 | | 49°/72° | - | 50° | |
2023 |  | 49°/54° | Light | 50° | |
2022 | | 63°/75° | - | 62° | |
2021 |  | 66°/83° | - | 56° | |
2020 | | 64°/72° | Light | 64° | |
2019 | | 52°/62° | - | 40° | |
2018 | | 43°/49° | Light | 34° |
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