Albuquerque Running Fiesta
Race Day Weather
Cool conditions, strategic pacing needed
Runners will face a temperature range from 50°F to 57°F, with max winds reaching 12 mph from the WSW, creating headwinds in several segments. With an average humidity of 60%, a conservative start is advised to manage the cooler conditions. Toughest segments include headwinds during Miles 1, 3, and 19, while tailwinds will be beneficial from Miles 7-9 and 24-26.
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Race Info
The Albuquerque Running Fiesta is a marathon, half marathon, and 5K held each November in downtown Albuquerque, NM. The USATF-certified marathon and half marathon start and finish at Downtown Plaza and pass Old Town, Route 66, the Bosque trails, North Valley, and Los Ranchos, with about 51 feet of total elevation gain. The race launched in 2025; the marathon (only) is USATF-certified and qualifies for Boston Marathon entry. Source
