Race day — the 2026 Lake Placid Marathon is underway.

Lake Placid Marathon

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68°·78° high·Breezy·Dry

Race Day Weather

68°at start

78° high

Breezy

Rain possible

Warm conditions, light rain expected

Runners will face a starting temperature of 64°F, rising to 78°F by the finish, with humidity at 59% and a dew point of 57°F. A light rain is expected throughout, with a maximum wind of 13 mph from the SW, creating a mild headwind effect. It’s advisable to start conservatively and stay hydrated for optimal performance.

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Race Info

The 20th Annual Lake Placid Marathon & Half is a premier early season race hosted in the historic Olympic Village of Lake Placid, New York USA home of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games surrounded by the beautiful Adirondack Mountains. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Lake Placid Marathon?

The 2026 Lake Placid Marathon will be held on Sunday June 14, 2026.

Is the Lake Placid Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Lake Placid Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Lake Placid Marathon?

The time limit for the Lake Placid Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Lake Placid Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 78°F and a low of 55°F with a 91% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 8 years of data

Avg Temp

72°F

L:58° H:73°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

13%

1 of 8 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Lake Placid Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2025	55°/72°	-	47°
2024 Lake Placid Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2024	52°/59°	Light	51°
2023 Lake Placid Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2023	53°/73°	-	51°
2022 Lake Placid Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2022	60°/76°	-	50°
2021 Lake Placid Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2021	64°/70°	-	60°
2019 Lake Placid Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	58°/80°	-	40°
2018 Lake Placid Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	51°/67°	-	34°
2017 Lake Placid Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	70°/85°	-	57°

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