Mad Marathon

Waitsfield, VT, USAJuly 12, 2026

Race Day Weather

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61°
78° high
Light
Dry

Warm finish, adjust pacing strategy

Runners will face a temperature increase from 63°F at the start to 78°F by the finish, with humidity averaging 72%. Winds will be from the S at 8 mph, with gusts up to 22 mph. Given the rising heat, it's advisable to adjust pace early and ensure adequate hydration throughout the race.

Race day forecast available in 91 days
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You will be running through this extraordinary rural community on back and dirt roads, with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains, challenging rollin farmlands with tough climbs and descents, quaint villages, historic barns, covered bridges and fields of our famous Vermont cows! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Mad Marathon?

The 2026 Mad Marathon will be held on Sunday July 12, 2026.

Is the Mad Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 78°F and a low of 61°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 14 years of data
Avg Temp
77°F
L:62° H:77°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
29%
4 of 14 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew58°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
70°/77°Light
7
2024
partly-cloudy-day
64°/81°-
7
2023
partly-cloudy-day
68°/82°-
7
2022
partly-cloudy-day
49°/75°-
8
2021
partly-cloudy-day
64°/73°Light
8
2019
clear-day
57°/73°Light
8
2018
partly-cloudy-day
54°/80°-
8
2017
partly-cloudy-day
59°/75°-
8
2016
rain
58°/65°Light
7
2015
clear-day
67°/84°-
8
2014
partly-cloudy-day
65°/79°-
8
2013
clear-day
66°/81°-
7
2012
clear-day
65°/72°-
8
2011
clear-day
56°/79°-
8