The Great Lincoln Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming day ahead
Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to a high of 67°F by the finish. With light winds from the SW at 7 mph, conditions remain favorable, though humidity at 66% may feel more oppressive. Adjust pace conservatively as temperatures climb, especially after the halfway point.
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Race Info
The Lincoln Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K (formerly The Great Lincoln Marathon & Half) starts at 7:30 AM at Prince Thomas Park in Lincoln, Maine. Organized by the Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the race offers marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. All courses start at the corner of West Broadway and Main St and head south on Route 2 toward Enfield on a flat, straight course. The marathon and half marathon are USATF sanctioned (ME22003BK and ME22004BK) and Boston Marathon qualifiers. There is no time limit for finishers. Pine Tree Racing Services serves as official timer.
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 | 41°/55° | - | 44° | ||
2025 | 50°/68° | - | 53° | ||
2024 | 45°/70° | - | 50° |