Long Island Marathon

East Meadow, NY, USA · May 3, 2026

56°·59° high·Windy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

56°at start

60° high

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Dry

Cool temperatures, strong winds

Runners will face temperatures starting at 56°F and peaking at 60°F during the race. Winds from the WSW at 23 mph with gusts up to 32 mph will create a headwind throughout. Given these conditions, pacing adjustments will be crucial, and runners should consider gear that can handle the wind.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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When is the 2026 Long Island Marathon?

The 2026 Long Island Marathon will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

Is the Long Island Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Long Island Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Long Island Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 60°F and a low of 49°F with a 23% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 30 years of data

Avg Temp

62°F

L:52° H:63°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

30%

9 of 30 yrs

Wind12mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2025	60°/65°	Light	58°
2024 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2024	49°/52°	-	46°
2023 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2023	58°/74°	-	41°
2022 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	45°/63°	-	36°
2021 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2021	70°/73°	Light	67°
2020 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	42°/46°	Light	40°
2019 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	53°/60°	Light	55°
2018 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	62°/77°	-	61°
2017 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	52°/56°	-	42°
2016 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2016	48°/49°	Light	42°
2015 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	46°/60°	-	43°
2014 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2014	55°/61°	-	37°
2013 Long Island Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	45°/57°	-	39°
2012 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	55°/61°	-	49°
2011 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	49°/62°	-	38°
2010 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	61°/76°	-	61°
2009 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2009	53°/56°	Light	52°
2008 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2008	50°/65°	-	49°
2007 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	48°/58°	-	32°
2006 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	48°/61°	-	34°
2005 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2005	52°/60°	Light	48°
2004 Long Island Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2004	54°/61°	Light	54°
2003 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	47°/58°	-	41°
2002 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	52°/65°	-	38°
2001 Long Island Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2001	51°/61°	-	36°
2000 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2000	62°/86°	-	60°
1999 Long Island Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 1999	48°/65°	-	35°
1998 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 1998	52°/64°	Light	54°
1997 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 1997	51°/61°	-	35°
1996 Long Island Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 1996	53°/68°	-	47°

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