Tacoma City Marathon

Tacoma, WA, USA · May 3, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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49°at start
60° high
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Dry

Cool start, pleasant race conditions

Runners will face a temperature range from 49°F to 60°F, with a moderate humidity of 70% and a dew point of 44°F. Light winds from the SSW will provide a slight tailwind throughout. With favorable conditions, runners can maintain their pace and focus on hydration without weather-related concerns.

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Race Info

Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday.

Sunday’s Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacoma’s beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwest’s premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.

Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
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FAQ

When is the 2026 Tacoma City Marathon?

The 2026 Tacoma City Marathon will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

Is the Tacoma City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Tacoma City Marathon?

The time limit for the Tacoma City Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Tacoma City Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 60°F and a low of 46°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 17 years of data
Avg Temp
58°F
L:48° H:58°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
18%
3 of 17 yrs
Wind8mph
Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
46°/56°-
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2024
cloudy
47°/53°Light
7
2023
cloudy
49°/57°-
9
2022
rain
48°/56°Light
8
2019
cloudy
47°/63°-
9
2018
partly-cloudy-day
47°/55°-
9
2017
partly-cloudy-day
47°/54°-
9
2016
clear-day
53°/67°-
9
2015
clear-day
49°/61°-
9
2014
rain
50°/56°Light
7
2013
clear-day
60°/76°-
7
2012
fog
43°/57°-
8
2011
partly-cloudy-day
42°/56°-
8
2010
cloudy
46°/50°-
7
2009
partly-cloudy-day
48°/57°-
9
2008
cloudy
49°/57°-
9
2007
cloudy
47°/50°-
8