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Hatcher Pass Marathon

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Willow, AK, USA · August 1, 2026

59°·74° high·Breezy·Dry

Race Day Weather

59°at start

74° high

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Dry

Comfortable conditions, steady pace

Runners will face a temperature increase from 56°F to 74°F, with a gentle breeze from the SSE at 7 mph. Humidity levels will be moderate at 58%, with a dew point of 50°F. To manage the rising temperatures, runners should maintain a steady pace and ensure regular hydration throughout the race.

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Race Info

The Hatcher Pass Marathon is a point-to-point trail marathon in Alaska's Matanuska-Susitna Valley, held each August as part of the Hatcher Pass Races weekend. The course starts on paved road near Willow and climbs about 3,900 feet along Hatcher Pass Road, finishing near Independence Mine State Historical Park at the summit. It runs alongside a 50-mile race and relay divisions on the same course. Black Wolf Endurance has organized the event since at least 2020. Source

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When is the 2026 Hatcher Pass Marathon?

The 2026 Hatcher Pass Marathon will be held on Saturday August 1, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Hatcher Pass Marathon?

The time limit for the Hatcher Pass Marathon is 9 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Hatcher Pass Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 74°F and a low of 51°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

What is the elevation profile of the Hatcher Pass Marathon?

The Hatcher Pass Marathon has 3900ft of total elevation gain.

Historical Weather

Based on 13 years of data

Avg Temp

64°F

L:57° H:65°

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Rain Freq

38%

5 of 13 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew51°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Hatcher Pass Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2025	53°/58°	Light	52°
2024 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	53°/63°	-	50°
2023 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	57°/73°	-	52°
2022 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	51°/56°	Light	49°
2021 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2021	52°/60°	-	42°
2020 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	57°/64°	Light	54°
2019 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	69°/84°	-	58°
2018 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	66°/75°	-	53°
2017 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	53°/56°	Light	52°
2016 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	61°/76°	-	51°
2015 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	60°/64°	-	47°
2013 Hatcher Pass Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2013	54°/63°	-	43°
2012 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2012	53°/56°	Light	47°