Twin Cities Marathon

St. Paul, MN, USA · October 04, 2026

52°·62° high·Breezy·Dry

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52°at start

62° high

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Mild start, crosswinds ahead

Runners will face temperatures starting at 51°F and rising to 62°F by the finish. Winds will be a factor, with crosswinds present during miles 1-5 and 10-16, shifting to a headwind from miles 17-19. Adjusting pace early is crucial to conserve energy for the later sections, especially when facing the headwind.

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The Twin Cities Marathon is an annual marathon in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area which normally takes place the first weekend in October. The race is often called "The Most Beautiful Urban Marathon in America" due to a course that winds through downtown districts, then along parkways that hug lakes and waterways all throughout dense urban forests in the neighborhoods of both cities. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Twin Cities Marathon?

The 2026 Twin Cities Marathon will be held on Sunday October 4, 2026.

Is the Twin Cities Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Twin Cities Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Twin Cities Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 50°F with a 4% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

Avg Temp

65°F

L:49° H:65°

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17%

4 of 24 yrs

Wind12mph

Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2025	69°/75°	Light	57°
2024 Twin Cities Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024	52°/64°	-	37°
2023 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	69°/91°	-	63°
2022 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	55°/73°	-	49°
2021 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	57°/71°	-	55°
2019 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	47°/63°	-	41°
2018 Twin Cities Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2018	45°/51°	-	44°
2017 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2017	56°/61°	Light	48°
2016 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	36°/58°	-	37°
2015 Twin Cities Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2015	42°/57°	-	40°
2014 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	36°/49°	-	31°
2013 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2013	43°/53°	Light	46°
2012 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	29°/50°	-	21°
2011 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	45°/79°	-	38°
2010 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	38°/58°	-	34°
2009 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	46°/54°	-	42°
2008 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2008	48°/59°	Light	47°
2007 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2007	73°/81°	-	69°
2006 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	49°/81°	-	47°
2005 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	64°/77°	-	60°
2004 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	47°/72°	-	39°
2003 Twin Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2003	43°/66°	-	42°
2002 Twin Cities Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2002	55°/59°	-	56°
2001 Twin Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	33°/56°	-	19°

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