Buckeye Marathon

Buckeye, AZ, USA · January 9, 2027

46°·66° high·Light·Dry

Weather

Race Day Weather

46°at start

68° high

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Dry

Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature increase from 46°F at the start to 67°F by the finish, with a light wind from the ESE at 7 mph, gusting to 17 mph. The humidity is relatively low at 39%, which should help maintain comfort. Runners are advised to hydrate regularly and consider pacing conservatively as temperatures rise.

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Race Info

Known for its downhill and fast course (marathoners will drop over 530 feet in elevation from the start to finish), the marathon route starts in the community of Sun City Festival before making its way around the beautiful White Tank Mountains and ending at the runway of the Buckeye Municipal Airport. Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 1M runners will start and finish at the airport, with views of the White Tank Mountains on the outgoing section of the out-and-back courses. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Buckeye Marathon?

The 2027 Buckeye Marathon will be held on Saturday January 9, 2027.

Is the Buckeye Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Buckeye Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 68°F and a low of 45°F with a 3% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 11 years of data

Avg Temp

65°F

L:43° H:65°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

1 of 11 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew30°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	40°/65°	-	14°
2025 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	35°/61°	-	9°
2024 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	37°/59°	-	30°
2023 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	41°/68°	-	34°
2022 Buckeye Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2022	49°/66°	-	41°
2020 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	39°/66°	-	35°
2018 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	47°/65°	-	50°
2017 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	40°/74°	-	17°
2016 Buckeye Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	47°/70°	-	38°
2015 Buckeye Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2015	47°/61°	Light	36°
2014 Buckeye Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2014	56°/57°	-	49°

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