A warm 77°F start means heat management is critical — consider dialing back your goal pace by 10-20 sec/mi. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.
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Race Info
The Extraterrestrial Full Moon Marathon runs along Nevada State Route 375, officially designated the Extraterrestrial Highway, on the fringe of the Area 51 military installation near Rachel, Nevada. The marathon and 51K start at midnight on the weekend closest to the August full moon, with half marathon, 10K, and 5K options starting shortly after. Calico Racing directed the race annually since 2007; Aravaipa Running becomes the operator starting with the August 14, 2027 edition.
When is the 2027 Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon?
The 2027 Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon will be held on Sunday August 15, 2027.
What is the time limit for the Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon?
The time limit for the Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon is 7.98 hours.
What will the weather be like for the 2027 Extraterrestrial Full Moon Midnight Marathon?
The forecast calls for a high of 93°F and a low of 69°F with a 1% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.
Historical Weather
Based on 20 years of data
Avg Temp
72°F
L:66° H:74°
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Rain Freq
10%
2 of 20 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew39°F
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Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
