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Martian Marathon

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39°·55° high·Breezy·Dry

Race Day Weather

39°at start

52° high

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Dry

Cool conditions, steady race

Runners will face a cool start at 39°F, gradually warming to 51°F. With a light 5 mph breeze from the ESE, conditions will feel comfortable, though humidity hangs around 65%. Runners should maintain a steady pace and consider dressing in layers to adapt to the temperature increase.

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The martians are planning to invade Dearborn, neutralizing all cars in the area; the only method of escape involves running, which we highly suggest you do! Courses are fun and fast! The Full Marathon is a Boston Marathon Qualifying course. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Martian Marathon?

The 2026 Martian Marathon will be held on Saturday April 11, 2026.

Is the Martian Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 55°F and a low of 39°F with a 3% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

Avg Temp

54°F

L:42° H:54°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

33%

8 of 24 yrs

Wind13mph

Dew34°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	35°/56°	-	22°
2024 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	44°/59°	-	30°
2023 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	58°/79°	-	48°
2022 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with morning rain or snow. 2022	34°/41°	Light	28°
2020 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	70°/84°	-	63°
2019 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	42°/57°	-	26°
2018 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2018	39°/41°	Light	37°
2017 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	42°/56°	-	34°
2016 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2016	27°/33°	Light	19°
2015 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	55°/73°	-	42°
2014 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	46°/70°	-	39°
2013 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2013	38°/41°	Light	31°
2012 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2012	50°/58°	Light	46°
2011 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2011	33°/48°	-	26°
2010 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	33°/59°	-	28°
2009 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain or snow. 2009	35°/47°	-	29°
2008 Martian Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	40°/58°	-	32°
2007 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2007	45°/67°	Light	49°
2006 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2006	47°/52°	-	42°
2005 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2005	32°/40°	-	28°
2004 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2004	51°/57°	-	48°
2003 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	38°/39°	Light	30°
2002 Martian Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning snow. 2002	27°/45°	-	14°
2001 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2001	36°/43°	Light	34°

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