Honoring our Heroes Marathon

Rolla, MO, USA · November 21, 2026

40°·52° high·Breezy·Dry

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40°at start

52° high

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Cool start, gradual warm-up

Runners will face a cool start at 40°F, with the temperature rising to 49°F by the finish. Light rain may occur early, with a 25% chance, and runners should be mindful of the 8 mph wind from the SW. Given the humid conditions at 66%, pacing adjustments may be necessary, particularly as the headwind kicks in during miles 24-25.

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Race Info

The Honoring our Heroes Marathon runs from the Commons Fairground in Salem, Missouri, to Lions Club Park in Rolla, mostly along Highway 72 through the Ozarks. The course is paved, hilly and USATF-certified, and the marathon and half marathon are Boston qualifiers and the USATF Ozark Association Open and Masters Championships. The race raises money for veterans and also offers a relay, a 10K, a 5K and a ruck division. Since 2025 the marathon winner receives the Missouri Governor's Cup. Source

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When is the 2026 Honoring our Heroes Marathon?

The 2026 Honoring our Heroes Marathon will be held on Saturday November 21, 2026.

Is the Honoring our Heroes Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Honoring our Heroes Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Honoring our Heroes Marathon?

The time limit for the Honoring our Heroes Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Honoring our Heroes Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 54°F and a low of 36°F with a 8% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 10 years of data

Avg Temp

54°F

L:38° H:57°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

20%

2 of 10 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew33°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	60°/78°	-	58°
2024 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024	45°/58°	-	44°
2023 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	30°/59°	-	19°
2022 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	17°/38°	-	11°
2021 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	41°/61°	-	28°
2020 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	45°/46°	Light	44°
2019 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	28°/54°	-	26°
2018 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	40°/61°	-	37°
2017 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2017	41°/69°	Light	49°
2016 Honoring our Heroes Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	29°/45°	-	22°

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