The Great Lincoln Marathon

Lincoln, ME, USA · September 20, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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51°at start
66° high
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Dry

Cool start, moderate humidity

Runners will face a temperature rising from 51°F at the start to 66°F by the finish, with average humidity at 69% and a dew point of 49°F. Winds will be from the NW at 8 mph, with gusts up to 21 mph. Runners should consider pacing conservatively in the warmer stretch and stay hydrated throughout.

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Race Info

The Great Lincoln Marathon will start at 8 am at Prince Thomas Park in scenic Lincoln, Maine. There will be half (13.1 miles) and full (26.2 miles) Marathon for athletes of all ages. This course starts at the corner of West Broadway and Main St and heads south down Rt 2 towards Enfield. This course is flat, straight and fast. This is a certified course for the Boston Marathon or any other half or full marathon in the US. This race is USATF sanctioned #147039 Source

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When is the 2026 The Great Lincoln Marathon?

The 2026 The Great Lincoln Marathon will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.

Is the The Great Lincoln Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the The Great Lincoln Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the The Great Lincoln Marathon?

The time limit for the The Great Lincoln Marathon is 7.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 The Great Lincoln Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 69°F and a low of 50°F with a 5% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data
Avg Temp
77°F
L:52° H:77°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
1 of 2 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew53°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

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2025 The Great Lincoln Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain.

2025
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53°/74°Light
8

2024 The Great Lincoln Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2024
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51°/80°-
8

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