A cool 45°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Temps will climb significantly to 65°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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The Duke City 10K starts and finishes at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque. It heads west on Central Avenue, turns south on San Pasqual and Alcalde toward the Tingley Drive area near the ABQ BioPark for a U-turn, and returns the same way. The out-and-back course is flat and fast at roughly 4,960 feet of elevation.

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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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When is the 2026 Duke City 10K?

The 2026 Duke City 10K will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Duke City 10K?

The time limit for the Duke City 10K is 5.75 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Duke City 10K?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 45°F with a 100% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 10K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 26 years of data

Avg Temp

51°F

L:49° H:53°

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Rain Freq

1 of 26 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 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2026	45°/49°	-	26°
2025 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	46°/49°	-	29°
2024 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	57°/60°	-	48°
2023 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	54°/60°	-	27°
2022 Duke City 10K Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2022	51°/51°	Light	43°
2021 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	41°/46°	-	21°
2019 Duke City 10K Clearing in the afternoon. 2019	51°/53°	-	19°
2018 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	48°/50°	-	34°
2017 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	39°/46°	-	8°
2016 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	53°/59°	-	28°
2015 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2015	56°/60°	-	52°
2014 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	52°/56°	-	45°
2013 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	38°/46°	-	18°
2012 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	52°/56°	-	33°
2011 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	47°/50°	-	25°
2010 Duke City 10K Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2010	52°/54°	-	30°
2009 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	55°/58°	-	38°
2008 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	50°/56°	-	33°
2007 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	43°/46°	-	17°
2006 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	37°/41°	-	28°
2005 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	50°/53°	-	35°
2004 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	43°/48°	-	28°
2003 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2003	32°/36°	-	18°
2002 Duke City 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	67°/67°	-	52°
2001 Duke City 10K Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2001	64°/64°	-	37°
2000 Duke City 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2000	60°/60°	-	37°

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