The Great Lincoln Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend ahead
Runners will face a temperature increase from 52°F at the start to 67°F by the finish, with average humidity at 66%. Light winds from the SW will have minimal impact on performance, allowing for a steady race. Adjust pacing conservatively as temperatures rise, especially after the halfway mark.
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Race Info
The Lincoln Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K (formerly The Great Lincoln Marathon & Half) starts at 7:30 AM at Prince Thomas Park in Lincoln, Maine. Organized by the Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the race offers marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. All courses start at the corner of West Broadway and Main St and head south on Route 2 toward Enfield on a flat, straight course. The marathon and half marathon are USATF sanctioned (ME22003BK and ME22004BK) and Boston Marathon qualifiers. There is no time limit for finishers. Pine Tree Racing Services serves as official timer. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 |  | 45°/58° | - | 45° | |
2025 | | 53°/74° | Light | 53° | |
2024 |  | 51°/80° | - | 52° |