Louisville Marathon

Louisville, KY, USA · November 01, 2026
cloudy60°·64° high·Breezy·Rain possible
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Race Day Weather

cloudy
60°at start
65° high
Breezy
Rain possible

Cool, light rain expected

Runners will face temperatures starting at 60°F and rising to 63°F by the finish. Humidity will be high at 76%, prompting an adjustment in pacing strategy, especially in the early miles with headwinds from the south. Light rain may fall throughout, so opting for a waterproof layer could be wise. Expect tougher conditions in the headwind sections from miles 1-3 and 4-10, with a beneficial tailwind from miles 14-23.

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Race Info

The Louisville Marathon is an annual marathon, half marathon, and 10K held each November in Louisville, Kentucky. The course is a paved out-and-back route through the Parklands of Floyd's Fork, finishing on the Egg Lawn. It is USATF-certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race is organized by All Community Events (KentuckyRuns.com) and has run annually since at least 2017, including a hybrid in-person/virtual edition in 2020.

FAQ

When is the 2026 Louisville Marathon?

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

Is the Louisville Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Louisville Marathon?

The time limit for the Louisville Marathon is 6.5 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 65°F and a low of 60°F with a 52% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data
Avg Temp
62°F
L:41° H:62°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
0%
0 of 9 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
43°/48°-
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2024
clear-night
43°/73°-
8
2023
clear-night
46°/63°-
9
2022
clear-night
50°/69°-
8
2021
clear-night
33°/61°-
7
2020
clear-night
50°/79°-
8
2019
clear-night
40°/64°-
8
2018
clear-night
23°/46°-
7
2017
partly-cloudy-night
41°/54°-
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