Runners will face a temperature rising from 34°F to 64°F during the race. With a gentle wind from the SSW at 8 mph and a humidity of 56%, conditions will be pleasant but may require pace adjustments as temperatures climb. It's advisable to start conservatively and stay hydrated as the day warms.

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About the Cedar Creek Marathon

The Full Marathon, Boston Qualifier, run begins at Big Creek Campground and finishes at Glacier Bank in Columbia Falls, Montana. The Marathon borders Glacier National Park, Flathead river, and Cedar Creek with incredible views as you run. The course is a mix of gravel and pavement to ease the knees with some rolling hills to keep your legs awake and rocking the entire route. The Marathon course will guarantee to make you fall in love with northwest Montana and all its beauty as you race to cross the finish line in quaint Columbia Falls, Montana. Source

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Cedar Creek Marathon FAQ

When is the 2024 Cedar Creek Marathon?

The 2024 Cedar Creek Marathon will be held on Saturday September 21, 2024.

Is the Cedar Creek Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Cedar Creek Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2024 Cedar Creek Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 34°F with a 0% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Cedar Creek Marathon?

Over the 3 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2022 to 2024), it averaged 41°F at the start and 55°F by a typical finish. It has not rained during race hours in any of those years.

What was the hottest Cedar Creek Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2023 was the warmest, reaching 56°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2024, at 36°F.

What was the windiest Cedar Creek Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2023 was the windiest, with wind averaging 6 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2022, at 1 mph.

Cedar Creek Marathon weather history

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Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2024 Cedar Creek Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	34°/54°	-	32°
2023 Cedar Creek Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	47°/56°	-	48°
2022 Cedar Creek Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	38°/54°	-	42°

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