Loch Ness Marathon

Inverness, UK, England • September 27, 2026

Race Day Weather

52°

61° high

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Cool morning, tailwind advantage

Runners will face a comfortable start at 54°F, warming to 61°F by race end. A consistent tailwind of 12 mph will assist from miles 1 to 25, enhancing performance on the initial descents. With humidity at 74%, it's advisable to hydrate frequently, especially during the climbs around mile 19. Adjust pacing conservatively as runners transition to headwinds in the final stretch.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Loch Ness Marathon (Gaelic: Marathon Loch Nis) is an annual marathon race in Scotland, held along the famous loch, Loch Ness, ending in Inverness. The event is part of the Festival of Running, held annually at the beginning of October. This also includes a 10K race and a 5K fun run, and attracts over 8,000 participants across all of the events. The first prize in the marathon is approx 1,400 GBP. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Loch Ness Marathon?

The 2026 Loch Ness Marathon will be held on Sunday September 27, 2026.

Is the Loch Ness Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Loch Ness Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

Historical Weather

Based on 22 years of data

Avg Temp

59°F

L:55° H:61°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

55%

12 of 22 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew50°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Loch Ness Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with rain clearing later. 2025	52°/63°	-	49°
2024 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2024	50°/56°	Light	46°
2023 Loch Ness Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2023	64°/68°	Light	61°
2022 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2022	52°/63°	Light	51°
2021 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2021	51°/56°	Light	49°
2019 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2019	54°/61°	Light	48°
2018 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2018	47°/56°	Light	45°
2017 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	58°/64°	Light	57°
2016 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	56°/59°	Light	49°
2015 Loch Ness Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	52°/63°	-	48°
2014 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2014	60°/70°	-	59°
2013 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2013	54°/63°	-	53°
2012 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	53°/59°	-	51°
2011 Loch Ness Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain. 2011	67°/76°	-	57°
2010 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2010	54°/57°	Light	53°
2009 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2009	53°/57°	-	48°
2008 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2008	51°/60°	Light	54°
2007 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2007	55°/59°	-	47°
2006 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2006	56°/62°	Light	54°
2005 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2005	53°/59°	-	43°
2004 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2004	56°/58°	Light	54°
2003 Loch Ness Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2003	54°/57°	-	38°