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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About the Hatcher Pass Marathon

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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Saturday, August 1

5:00 AM50 Mile (50.0 mi)

5:00 AM50 Mile Relay (50.0 mi)

9:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

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Hatcher Pass Marathon FAQ

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 gain of the Hatcher Pass Marathon?

The Hatcher Pass Marathon course has about 3,900 ft (1,189 m) of climbing.

What is the weather usually like for the Hatcher Pass Marathon?

Over the 16 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2011 to 2026), it averaged 57°F at the start and 63°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 3 of those years (2017, 2020 and 2025).

What was the hottest Hatcher Pass Marathon?

Of the 16 years on record, 2019 was the warmest, reaching 78°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2022, at 51°F.

What was the windiest Hatcher Pass Marathon?

Of the 16 years on record, 2021 was the windiest, with wind averaging 8 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2024, at 1 mph.

Hatcher Pass Marathon weather history

Based on 16 years of data

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60°F

L:57° H:63°

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19%

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Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	59°/69°	-	50°
2025 Hatcher Pass Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2025	52°/56°	Light	49°
2024 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	53°/60°	-	50°
2023 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	57°/66°	-	51°
2022 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	51°/55°	-	48°
2021 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	52°/58°	-	41°
2020 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2020	57°/64°	Light	54°
2019 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	69°/78°	-	56°
2018 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	66°/73°	-	52°
2017 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	55°/56°	Light	52°
2016 Hatcher Pass Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	61°/72°	-	50°
2015 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	60°/64°	-	46°
2014 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2014	56°/64°	-	45°
2013 Hatcher Pass Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2013	54°/58°	-	42°
2012 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2012	53°/56°	-	47°
2011 Hatcher Pass Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	54°/58°	-	44°