Hatcher Pass Marathon

Willow, AK, USA • August 1, 2026

Race Day Weather

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67° high

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Mild temps, light winds

Runners will face a temperature rise from 57°F to 67°F during the race, with a maximum wind of 5 mph from the SE. Humidity will be high at 70%, which may feel uncomfortable. Runners should consider adjusting their pace conservatively to manage heat and humidity effectively.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Hatcher Pass Marathon and Relay is a mountainous run starting in Willow, Alaska. The route follows Hatcher Pass Rd all the way over the summit, and finishes at Independence Mine Parking Area. 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.

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

Wind6mph

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°/57°	Light	51°
2024 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	53°/62°	-	50°
2023 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	57°/71°	-	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°	-	41°
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°	-	57°
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	54°/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°/61°	-	43°
2012 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2012	53°/56°	Light	47°