Lincoln Marathon

Lincoln, NE, USA · May 3, 2026

52°·66° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

52°at start

68° high

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Cool start, rising temps ahead

Runners will face a temperature rising from 49°F at the start to 67°F by race end, with an average humidity of 61%. Winds will be from the S at 14 mph, potentially gusting to 32 mph, creating a headwind effect. Runners should consider pacing conservatively early on and stay hydrated as temperatures increase.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Race Info

The Lincoln Marathon, founded in 1975 by the Lincoln Track Club, starts and finishes at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. Runners tackle a paved, fast, and mostly flat course, gaining and losing roughly 525 feet, and pass landmarks like the Nebraska State Capitol and Memorial Stadium. It's also a Boston Marathon qualifier, which adds to its competitive appeal.

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When is the 2026 Lincoln Marathon?

The 2026 Lincoln Marathon will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

Is the Lincoln Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Lincoln Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 68°F and a low of 49°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 22 years of data

Avg Temp

68°F

L:49° H:69°

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Rain Freq

23%

5 of 22 yrs

Wind14mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	40°/72°	-	42°
2024 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	42°/63°	-	42°
2023 Lincoln Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2023	60°/86°	-	58°
2022 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	45°/64°	-	37°
2021 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2021	64°/82°	-	59°
2019 Lincoln Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2019	52°/78°	-	53°
2018 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	52°/85°	-	49°
2017 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	53°/84°	-	47°
2016 Lincoln Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2016	45°/50°	Light	43°
2015 Lincoln Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2015	60°/78°	Light	57°
2014 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	52°/68°	-	39°
2013 Lincoln Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2013	42°/53°	-	40°
2012 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	64°/72°	Light	59°
2011 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	41°/62°	-	25°
2010 Lincoln Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2010	51°/65°	-	47°
2009 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	53°/67°	-	43°
2008 Lincoln Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	36°/70°	-	32°
2007 Lincoln Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2007	63°/67°	Light	61°
2006 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	46°/62°	-	48°
2005 Lincoln Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2005	33°/50°	-	20°
2004 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	38°/56°	-	33°
2003 Lincoln Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	54°/75°	Light	57°