Leading Ladies Marathon

Spearfish, SD, USA · August 23, 2026

59°·78° high·Light·Dry

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59°at start

80° high

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Dry

Warm up, watch for gusts

Runners will face a gradual temperature rise from 59°F to 79°F. Winds will be from the SSE at 8 mph, with gusts up to 22 mph, potentially impacting pacing. Although there's a light rain chance, staying focused on hydration and adjusting pace for the warmer conditions is crucial.

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Picture this: a perfect place, a perfect pace, a perfect race…Knowing a downhill marathon is about speed, and that it’s going to be a fast run, I still encourage you to take the time to look around and savor the unique beauty only a Black Hills of South Dakota Marathon can provide. This course has proven a spiritual journey for me and I hope when you cross that finish line you feel the same way! Source

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When is the 2026 Leading Ladies Marathon?

The 2026 Leading Ladies Marathon will be held on Sunday August 23, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Leading Ladies Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 80°F and a low of 56°F with a 7% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 3 years of data

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79°F

L:61° H:79°

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Leading Ladies Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	62°/86°	-	62°
2024 Leading Ladies Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	63°/82°	-	65°
2023 Leading Ladies Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2023	58°/68°	-	52°

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