Med City Marathon

Rochester, MN, USA • May 17, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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52°
66° high
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Cool morning, steady conditions

Runners will face a temperature rising from 52°F at the start to 66°F by the finish. A mild wind from the SSW at 11 mph will provide a slight tailwind throughout. With humidity at 64%, hydration should be prioritized, especially as the temperature increases. Adjust pacing to account for the warming trend.

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We are working to make the Rochester community come alive with the annual Med City Marathon, presented by Active PT! One of the Midwest’s premier race event weekends.

Weekend events include: Boston Qualifier/USATF certified Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person teams), GPC Half Marathon, Altra 5K, Kids Race, and the Med City Health & Fitness Expo. Source

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When is the 2026 Med City Marathon?

The 2026 Med City Marathon will be held on Sunday May 17, 2026.

Is the Med City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Med City Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data
Avg Temp
72°F
L:58° H:73°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
22%
2 of 9 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew50°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore

2025 Med City Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2025
cloudy
43°/55°-
8

2024 Med City Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2024
clear-day
50°/69°-
8

2023 Med City Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2023
cloudy
59°/66°-
8

2022 Med City Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2022
clear-day
64°/77°Light
7

2021 Med City Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2021
clear-day
63°/80°-
8

2019 Med City Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2019
clear-day
52°/70°-
8

2018 Med City Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
clear-day
67°/94°-
6

2017 Med City Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2017
clear-day
58°/69°-
8

2016 Med City Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2016
cloudy
63°/72°Light
7
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