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Sunday, October 3rd, 2027
Baxter Boulevard, Portland ME
Marathon · Half · 5K · 10K
51–65°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
52–80°F
dry
2024
49–66°F
dry
2023
56–76°F
dry
2022
43–58°F
dry
2021
51–59°F
dry
2020
46–62°F
dry
2019
43–57°F
rain
2018
55–65°F
dry
2017
51–76°F
dry
2016
50–58°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 3
Cloudy · 40–59°F
Sunday, Oct 3starts near 40°F · 8% chance of rain · wind up to 11 mph
About this race
The Maine Community Bank Maine Marathon features an out-and-back course for all three races -- marathon, relay and half marathon -- with rolling hills and views of the Portland skyline, the Back Cove, Casco Bay, and peak fall foliage. The Marathon is USATF certified and a Boston Marathon qualifier. The Half Marathon is also USATF certified, and the Marathon Relay is a 2 to 4-person marathon-length event.
Make it a weekend for the whole family! Enjoy Portland’s breweries, restaurants, Old Port shopping and scenic beauty before and after your race. Your family and friends can easily access the start/finish line along beautiful Back Cove.
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