Lake Tahoe Marathon

South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA · October 18, 2026

38°·61° high·Light·Dry

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38°at start

63° high

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Cool morning, warming afternoon

Runners will face a temperature rise from 35°F at the start to 63°F by the finish. Winds will be light, coming from the SSW at 5 mph, providing a slight tailwind throughout. With humidity at 44% and a dry forecast, runners can maintain their pace but should be mindful of the warming conditions in the later stages.

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The Lake Tahoe Marathon offers runners a breathtaking journey along the western shore of Lake Tahoe, starting near Homewood, California, and finishing at Lakeside Beach in South Lake Tahoe. Participants traverse diverse terrains, including forested areas, lakeside paths, and the challenging "Hill from Hell," a 1.9-mile ascent with a 520-foot elevation gain. The course provides stunning views of Emerald Bay, Meeks Bay, and the Sierra Nevada mountains, making it a memorable and demanding race.

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When is the 2026 Lake Tahoe Marathon?

The 2026 Lake Tahoe Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 65°F and a low of 35°F with a 4% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

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68°F

L:38° H:68°

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	50°/63°	-	22°
2024 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	25°/64°	-	20°
2023 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	32°/70°	-	36°
2022 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	28°/71°	-	25°
2019 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	27°/60°	-	15°
2018 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	26°/52°	-	15°
2017 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	22°/64°	-	29°
2016 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	29°/70°	-	24°
2015 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	41°/77°	-	34°
2014 Lake Tahoe Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2014	46°/77°	-	35°
2013 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	52°/63°	-	28°
2012 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	36°/79°	-	34°
2011 Lake Tahoe Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	60°/65°	-	37°
2010 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	36°/79°	-	31°
2009 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2009	52°/81°	-	31°
2008 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	36°/73°	-	32°
2007 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning snow or rain. 2007	25°/50°	-	22°
2006 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	36°/73°	-	20°
2005 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2005	38°/60°	-	21°
2004 Lake Tahoe Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	49°/60°	-	34°
2003 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2003	27°/69°	-	26°
2002 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2002	27°/66°	-	24°
2001 Lake Tahoe Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	52°/75°	-	25°
2000 Lake Tahoe Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2000	52°/77°	-	28°

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