La Crosse Marathon

La Crosse, WI, USA · May 2, 2026
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Race Day Weather

clear-day
38°at start
61° high
Light
Dry

Cool start, pleasant finish

Runners will face a cool start at 39°F, warming to a comfortable 60°F. Wind will be light at 5 mph from the SW with moderate gusts, offering minimal impact. With humidity at 57% and a dew point of 34°F, conditions are favorable, allowing for a steady pace without hydration concerns.

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Race Info

Enjoy the La Crosse Full Marathon! The new course winds along the scenic and remote River trails that embody the driftless region. Running from Sparta to La Crosse, passing through classic rural Wisconsin towns, and finishing at the beautiful Riverside Park in downtown La Crosse. Source

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When is the 2026 La Crosse Marathon?

The 2026 La Crosse Marathon will be held on Saturday May 2, 2026.

Is the La Crosse Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the La Crosse Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 La Crosse Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 38°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 16 years of data
Avg Temp
65°F
L:50° H:65°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
13%
2 of 16 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew41°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2025
cloudy
44°/59°-
8

2024 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon.

2024
clear-day
50°/56°Light
7

2023 La Crosse Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain.

2023
cloudy
58°/63°Light
8

2022 La Crosse Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2022
clear-day
46°/70°-
8

2020 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2020
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70°/81°-
7

2019 La Crosse Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2019
partly-cloudy-day
39°/59°-
8

2018 La Crosse Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2018
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60°/78°-
8

2017 La Crosse Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2017
clear-day
45°/69°-
8

2016 La Crosse Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2016
cloudy
58°/69°-
8

2015 La Crosse Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2015
partly-cloudy-day
55°/82°-
8

2014 La Crosse Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2014
clear-day
46°/60°-
8

2013 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2013
cloudy
38°/57°-
7

2012 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2012
cloudy
53°/61°-
9

2011 La Crosse Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2011
cloudy
38°/42°-
5

2010 La Crosse Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2010
clear-day
55°/70°-
8

2009 La Crosse Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2009
partly-cloudy-day
45°/66°-
8

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