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Pikes Peak Marathon

Manitou Springs, CO, USA · September 20, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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52°at start
77° high
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Dry

Warm afternoon, adjust pace wisely

Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to 77°F by the finish, prompting a need for conservative pacing early on. Winds will be a factor with a maximum of 16 mph, creating a headwind from miles 25 to 27, which may affect performance on the final stretch. With average humidity at 46% and no rain expected, hydration will remain crucial, especially during the challenging uphill from miles 1 to 13.

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Race Info

The Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon is a trail running competition that begins at the base of Pikes Peak, in Manitou Springs, Colorado, and climbs over 7,815 feet (2382 m) to the top of the 14,115 foot (4302 m) peak. Since 1956, the event takes place each year in late summer, with the Ascent taking place on Saturday (slightly longer than a half-marathon, at 13.3 miles), and the round-trip marathon on Sunday. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon?

The 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Pikes Peak Marathon?

The time limit for the Pikes Peak Marathon is 10.3 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 77°F and a low of 51°F with a 0% chance of rain.

What is the elevation profile of the Pikes Peak Marathon?

The Pikes Peak Marathon has 7815ft of total elevation gain. View the interactive course map above for a detailed elevation profile.

Historical Weather

Based on 27 years of data
Avg Temp
77°F
L:56° H:79°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
26%
7 of 27 yrs
Wind12mph
Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
clear-day
52°/77°-
8
2025
partly-cloudy-day
55°/71°Light
8
2024
rain
45°/51°Light
8
2023
clear-day
44°/77°-
8
2022
partly-cloudy-day
54°/78°-
7
2021
cloudy
58°/78°-
6
2020
clear-day
63°/90°-
8
2019
partly-cloudy-day
65°/91°-
7
2018
cloudy
59°/77°-
8
2017
partly-cloudy-day
58°/85°-
8
2016
cloudy
49°/66°-
9
2015
partly-cloudy-day
64°/89°Light
7
2014
clear-day
61°/82°-
8
2013
partly-cloudy-day
58°/87°-
7
2012
clear-day
51°/77°-
8
2011
partly-cloudy-day
60°/83°-
8
2010
clear-day
54°/89°-
7
2009
clear-day
59°/81°Light
8
2008
partly-cloudy-day
50°/63°Light
8
2007
clear-day
61°/86°-
7
2006
partly-cloudy-day
57°/73°-
8
2005
partly-cloudy-day
56°/75°-
8
2004
partly-cloudy-day
58°/78°Light
8
2003
partly-cloudy-day
59°/85°-
8
2002
clear-day
57°/78°-
7
2001
clear-day
52°/88°-
8
2000
clear-day
59°/85°Light
7