Newport Marathon - Rhode Island
Race Day Weather
Mild start, shifting winds ahead
Runners will face a comfortable start at 56°F, warming to 64°F by the finish. Winds will shift from crosswind to headwind in several segments, particularly tough from miles 6-9 and 22-23. With humidity at 72%, pacing should be conservative early on, especially in exposed sections. Tailwinds from miles 10-20 offer a prime opportunity for faster splits.
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The Newport Marathon offers runners a scenic 26.2-mile journey through Newport, Rhode Island, featuring historic mansions, sweeping ocean views, and picturesque tree-lined streets. The course includes a mix of gentle hills, particularly in the second half through Middletown's quiet roads, with a total elevation gain of approximately 847 feet. Starting and finishing at Easton's Beach, the race provides a beachside finish and is USATF certified, serving as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 |  | 56°/58° | Light | 52° | |
2024 |  | 50°/61° | - | 36° | |
2023 | | 51°/61° | - | 45° | |
2022 | | 45°/58° | - | 39° | |
2022 | | 51°/56° | - | 45° | |
2021 | | 58°/62° | - | 56° | |
2019 | | 54°/67° | - | 49° | |
2018 | | 66°/72° | - | 67° | |
2017 | | 68°/71° | Light | 68° | |
2016 |  | 55°/63° | Light | 57° | |
2015 | | 53°/63° | - | 45° | |
2014 | | 47°/61° | - | 39° | |
2013 | | 52°/61° | - | 47° | |
2012 | | 59°/63° | - | 51° | |
2011 | | 56°/64° | - | 38° | |
2010 | | 45°/62° | - | 41° | |
2009 | | 45°/47° | Moderate | 44° | |
2008 | | 43°/52° | - | 37° | |
2007 | | 62°/65° | - | 59° | |
2006 | | 44°/54° | - | 31° | |
2005 | | 43°/48° | Light | 42° |