Vernonia Marathon

Banks, OR, USA · April 12, 2026
rain49°·59° high·Light·Light rain
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Race Day Weather

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49°at start
59° high
Light
Light rain likely

Cool and damp, steady conditions

Runners will face temperatures starting at 48°F and rising to 59°F, with high humidity at 84%. A light wind from the NW at 6 mph will provide minimal resistance. Given the cool conditions, maintaining a steady pace is recommended, though hydration should still be prioritized due to the humidity.

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Race Info

Imagine running a beautiful, tree-lined course along the 21-mile Banks-Vernonia State Trail. All events feature a gentle 7-mile, 400-foot downhill into Banks. The marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifier, is run on a point-to-point course, with 23 miles closed to vehicular traffic. The marathon and marathon relay start in Vernonia. The half marathon starts in Stub Stewart State Park. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Vernonia Marathon?

The 2026 Vernonia Marathon will be held on Sunday April 12, 2026.

Is the Vernonia Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Vernonia Marathon?

The time limit for the Vernonia Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 59°F and a low of 48°F with a 62% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data
Avg Temp
56°F
L:44° H:57°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
2 of 4 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew39°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
40°/64°-
9
2024
clear-day
50°/68°-
9
2023
rain
46°/50°Light
7
2022
rain
40°/45°Light
7