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Race Overview
The Reykjavik Marathon offers runners a captivating journey through Iceland's capital, combining urban charm with natural beauty. The 42.195 km course is relatively flat, featuring an elevation gain of 174 meters, and includes sections along the coastline with stunning views of the ocean and surrounding mountains, including the majestic Esjan and Snæfellsjökull glacier. The race begins and ends in Reykjavik's vibrant city center, near The Pond, providing a dynamic atmosphere from start to finish. Along the way, participants encounter iconic landmarks such as the Harpa Concert Hall, the Sun Voyager sculpture, and the historic Seltjarnarnes church. The event is held in conjunction with Reykjavik's Cultural Night Festival, adding to the festive ambiance and community support throughout the race.
WikipediaFAQ
When is the 2026 Reykjavik Marathon?
The 2026 Reykjavik Marathon will be held on Saturday August 22, 2026.
Is the Reykjavik Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualfier?
Yes, the Reykjavik Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.
Reykjavik Marathon Weather History
Reykjavik Marathon Weather Averages
Average Temp: 52°, Average Low: 48°, Average High: 57°
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 52° | 53° | 54° | 55° | 55° | 56° | 55° |
| Feel | 51° | 52° | 52° | 53° | 54° | 55° | 55° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 5mph | 10mph | 10mph | 10mph | 12mph | 12mph | 10mph |
| Dew | 44° | 44° | 44° | 45° | 44° | 44° | 45° |
| RunScore |  |  | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2025
Aug 23, 2025
Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.
Low: 54°, High: 59°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 55° | 57° | 59° | 59° | 59° | 59° |  58° |
| Feel | 55° | 57° | 59° | 59° | 59° | 59° | 58° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 12mph | 16mph | 17mph | 12mph | 15mph | 18mph | 9mph |
| Dew | 50° | 50° | 50° | 52° | 53° | 52° | 53° |
| RunScore | | |  | | | |  |
Reykjavik Marathon 2024
Aug 24, 2024
Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.
Low: 43°, High: 49°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 45° | 49° | 48° | 48° | 47° | 48° | 48° |
| Feel | 43° | 47° | 43° | 42° | 41° | 42° | 41° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 4mph | 5mph | 12mph | 15mph | 17mph | 17mph | 18mph |
| Dew | 37° | 39° | 39° | 39° | 38° | 37° | 38° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2023
Aug 19, 2023
Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.
Low: 52°, High: 60°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp |  55° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 60° | 58° |
| Feel | 55° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 60° | 58° |
| Rain | light | - | - | - | - | - | light |
| Wind | 1mph | 3mph | 4mph | 8mph | 9mph | 8mph | 7mph |
| Dew | 44° | 46° | 48° | 49° | 48° | 47° | 48° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2022
Aug 20, 2022
Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.
Low: 46°, High: 51°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 47° | 48° | 48° | 48° | 50° | 50° | 51° |
| Feel | 40° | 40° | 41° | 43° | 50° | 50° | 51° |
| Rain | light | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 17mph | 26mph | 21mph | 15mph | 15mph | 17mph | 15mph |
| Dew | 39° | 37° | 37° | 39° | 39° | 39° | 39° |
| RunScore |  | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2019
Aug 24, 2019
Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.
Low: 50°, High: 57°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 53° | 52° | 52° | 54° | 54° | 56° | 57° |
| Feel | 53° | 52° | 52° | 54° | 54° | 56° | 57° |
| Rain | light | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 3mph | 6mph | 6mph | 7mph | 7mph | 8mph | 6mph |
| Dew | 48° | 47° | 47° | 46° | 47° | 47° | 49° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2018
Aug 18, 2018
Clearing in the afternoon with rain.
Low: 46°, High: 57°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 51° | 52° | 52° |  53° | 55° | 55° | 57° |
| Feel | 51° | 52° | 52° | 53° | 55° | 55° | 57° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | light |
| Wind | 4mph | 16mph | 13mph | 15mph | 15mph | 14mph | 14mph |
| Dew | 41° | 39° | 39° | 40° | 36° | 36° | 36° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2017
Aug 19, 2017
Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain.
Low: 43°, High: 60°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 51° | 50° | 52° | 55° | 55° | 57° | 57° |
| Feel | 51° | 50° | 52° | 55° | 55° | 57° | 57° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | light |
| Wind | 1mph | 7mph | 7mph | 4mph | 9mph | 9mph | 10mph |
| Dew | 38° | 39° | 39° | 40° | 39° | 39° | 39° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2016
Aug 20, 2016
Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.
Low: 52°, High: 60°, Light Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 56° | 59° | 59° | 60° | 59° | 59° | 59° |
| Feel | 56° | 59° | 59° | 60° | 59° | 59° | 59° |
| Rain | - | - | - | - | - | - | light |
| Wind | 2mph | 2mph | 7mph | 6mph | 9mph | 11mph | 8mph |
| Dew | 50° | 50° | 48° | 52° | 48° | 52° | 52° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |
Reykjavik Marathon 2015
Aug 22, 2015
Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.
Low: 50°, High: 57°, Heavy Rain
| Time | 9AM | 10AM | 11AM | 12PM | 1PM | 2PM | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp | 56° | 57° | 56° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 54° |
| Feel | 56° | 57° | 56° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 54° |
| Rain | light | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wind | 2mph | 8mph | 6mph | 7mph | 10mph | 6mph | 7mph |
| Dew | 48° | 47° | 48° | 48° | 49° | 50° | 49° |
| RunScore | | | | | | | |