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Saddleback Marathon

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70°at start
82° high
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Dry

Warm start, rising heat

Runners will face a temperature rise from 64°F at the start to 79°F by finish. With a light NNE wind around 10 mph, hydration will be essential as the average humidity is low at 27%. Runners should consider adjusting their pace early to manage the increasing heat and sun exposure.

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The Saddleback Marathon is a trail race in the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, California, first run in 1988. Wildfires have repeatedly disrupted it: the 2018 Holy Fire, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Airport Fire each forced a cancellation or course change. The race moved to a new course starting from Black Star Canyon Road for the 2025 edition, which also introduced 25k, half marathon, and 10k options alongside the marathon. Source

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When is the 2026 Saddleback Marathon?

The 2026 Saddleback Marathon will be held on Saturday November 7, 2026.

Is the Saddleback Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Saddleback Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 82°F and a low of 66°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data
Avg Temp
70°F
L:52° H:71°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
1 of 2 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew36°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Saddleback Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2025
cloudy
54°/60°Light
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2023 Saddleback Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2023
clear-day
51°/82°-
8

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