Cologne Marathon

Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · October 4, 2026

54°·60° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

54°at start

60° high

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Dry

Cool conditions, watch for gusts

Runners will face a steady temperature rise from 51°F to 59°F, with high humidity at 83%. Winds will be from the SSW at 10 mph, gusting to 22 mph, potentially affecting pacing strategies. Given the light rain chance, maintaining hydration is crucial while adjusting pace to handle the humidity.

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Race Info

The Cologne Marathon (Kolnmarathon) starts at Ottoplatz in Deutz and finishes near Cologne Cathedral on Komodienstrasse. The flat course crosses the Rhine via the Deutz Bridge and passes through Rodenkirchen, Lindenthal, Ehrenfeld, and Nippes, with runners passing Rudolfplatz three times. The marathon has 11 aid stations; the half marathon, run concurrently over 21 km, has 6.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Cologne Marathon?

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

What is the time limit for the Cologne Marathon?

The time limit for the Cologne Marathon is 6 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 49°F with a 14% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 44 years of data

Avg Temp

62°F

L:57° H:63°

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Rain Freq

23%

10 of 44 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2025	53°/55°	Light	46°
2024 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	50°/57°	-	45°
2023 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	62°/75°	-	55°
2022 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	58°/63°	Light	53°
2022 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	58°/63°	Light	53°
2019 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2019	64°/76°	-	59°
2018 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	64°/77°	-	52°
2018 Cologne Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	63°/78°	-	52°
2017 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	55°/64°	-	50°
2017 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2017	55°/64°	-	51°
2016 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	55°/59°	Light	46°
2016 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	54°/59°	Light	46°
2015 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2015	57°/64°	Light	53°
2015 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	57°/65°	-	53°
2014 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2014	61°/70°	Light	56°
2013 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2013	47°/50°	-	42°
2012 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	49°/51°	Light	41°
2011 Cologne Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	66°/77°	-	55°
2011 Cologne Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	66°/77°	-	55°
2010 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2010	66°/73°	Light	57°
2010 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2010	66°/73°	-	57°
2009 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	54°/57°	-	50°
2009 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	54°/58°	-	50°
2008 Cologne Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2008	52°/54°	-	47°
2008 Cologne Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2008	52°/54°	-	47°
2007 Cologne Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2007	54°/64°	-	47°
2007 Cologne Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2007	54°/64°	-	47°
2006 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	56°/64°	-	48°
2006 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	56°/63°	-	48°
2005 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	65°/66°	-	63°
2004 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	63°/66°	-	47°
2003 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	50°/54°	-	42°
2003 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	50°/54°	-	42°
2002 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	50°/54°	-	48°
2002 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	50°/54°	-	48°
2001 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	59°/66°	-	53°
2001 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	60°/66°	-	54°
2000 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	56°/60°	-	55°
2000 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	56°/59°	-	55°
1999 Cologne Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 1999	55°/56°	Light	44°
1999 Cologne Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 1999	56°/57°	-	44°
1998 Cologne Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 1998	51°/55°	-	49°
1997 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1997	56°/62°	-	50°
1997 Cologne Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1997	56°/62°	-	50°

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