Pocono Mountains Marathon

Greentown, PA, USA · October 10, 2026

54°·69° high·Light·Dry

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54°at start

70° high

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Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature gradually rising from 54°F to 70°F, with a comfortable humidity of 62%. Winds will be light at 8 mph from the NW, with occasional gusts up to 20 mph. To optimize performance, pacing should be conservative early, especially as temperatures climb.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Race Info

The Pocono Mountains Marathon Race Festival is an annual marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K held each October at Promised Land State Park in Greentown, Pennsylvania. The marathon is a two-loop, Boston-qualifying course run entirely on paved park roads with minimal elevation change. The race has run every October since at least 2022, timed to coincide with the Poconos' fall foliage season.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Pocono Mountains Marathon?

The 2026 Pocono Mountains Marathon will be held on Saturday October 10, 2026.

Is the Pocono Mountains Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Pocono Mountains Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Pocono Mountains Marathon?

The time limit for the Pocono Mountains Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Pocono Mountains Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 70°F and a low of 54°F with a 8% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data

Avg Temp

66°F

L:50° H:66°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

50%

2 of 4 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Pocono Mountains Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2025	55°/63°	Light	54°
2024 Pocono Mountains Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	46°/71°	-	35°
2023 Pocono Mountains Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2023	57°/63°	Light	51°
2022 Pocono Mountains Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	44°/69°	-	42°

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