Runners will face a temperature rise from 45°F at the start to 64°F by the finish. Winds will be light at 8 mph from the WSW, with humidity at a comfortable 32%. Runners should maintain their pace early and stay hydrated as temperatures climb throughout the race.

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The Duke City Marathon course starts at Mayor Kinney Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque. Harry Kinney was Albuquerque's mayor in 1984, and officially started the first Duke City Marathon together with the 15th Duke of Alburquerque (the original Spanish spelling), who traveled from Madrid, Spain, to be on hand for the inaugural event. Source

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Race weekend

Sunday, October 18

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:00 AMMarathon Relay (26.2 mi)

7:15 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:30 AM5K (3.1 mi)

7:45 AM10K Walk (6.2 mi)

8:00 AM5K Walk (3.1 mi)

8:15 AM10K (6.2 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Duke City Marathon?

The 2026 Duke City Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

Is the Duke City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Duke City Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Duke City Marathon?

The time limit for the Duke City Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Duke City Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 45°F with a 100% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 12 years of data

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54°F

L:49° H:60°

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1 of 12 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew31°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2026	45°/53°	-	23°
2025 Duke City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	46°/58°	-	30°
2024 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	57°/65°	-	48°
2023 Duke City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	53°/65°	-	28°
2022 Duke City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2022	51°/52°	Light	42°
2021 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	41°/58°	-	22°
2019 Duke City Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2019	51°/57°	-	19°
2018 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	48°/60°	-	34°
2017 Duke City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	38°/54°	-	7°
2016 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	52°/68°	-	26°
2015 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2015	55°/65°	-	50°
2014 Duke City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	52°/63°	-	45°

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