Aspen Backcountry Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warm finish ahead
Runners will face a cool start at 53°F in the high elevation, warming to 70°F by the finish. With light winds from the west, runners can expect a mix of tailwinds and crosswinds throughout the course. It will be crucial to pace conservatively early to adapt to the rising temperatures, especially during the significant climb from miles 3 to 8.
This course climbs 2,208 ft to its high point and back, so we look at it at 2 points, not just the start line. In a typical year, at 9:00/mi, you start at 53° and finish around 11:25 AM in 70°.
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