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Kielder Marathon

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cloudy50°·56° high·Windy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

cloudy
50°at start
56° high
Windy
Dry

Cool conditions, headwind to manage

Runners will face a steady temperature increase from 50°F to 55°F during the race, with high humidity at 90% and a dew point of 51°F. A headwind of up to 17 mph will challenge runners, especially in exposed areas. Adjusting pace conservatively and focusing on hydration will be key to maintaining performance.

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Race Info

The Kielder Marathon runs almost entirely off-road on trails around Kielder Water in Northumberland, England, the largest man-made lake in Northern Europe by capacity. The course follows the Lakeside Way through Kielder Forest, England's largest working forest. The race weekend also includes a half marathon, 10K, gravel duathlon, and junior races around the reservoir.

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Course Map

FAQ

When is the 2026 Kielder Marathon?

The 2026 Kielder Marathon will be held on Sunday October 4, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Kielder Marathon?

The time limit for the Kielder Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Kielder Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 57°F and a low of 42°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data
Avg Temp
54°F
L:51° H:56°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
56%
5 of 9 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew48°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
partly-cloudy-day
53°/55°-
6
2024
rain
52°/57°Light
9
2023
cloudy
53°/62°Light
9
2022
partly-cloudy-day
55°/58°-
8
2021
partly-cloudy-day
50°/54°Light
7
2019
partly-cloudy-day
49°/55°Light
8
2017
partly-cloudy-day
54°/58°-
9
2015
partly-cloudy-day
49°/52°-
9
2014
partly-cloudy-day
49°/55°Light
8