Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon

North Bend, WA, USA · June 7, 2026

58°·69° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

58°at start

70° high

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Dry

Comfortable temps, moderate wind

Runners will face a temperature rise from 56°F to 69°F, with a maximum wind speed of 8 mph from the SW, gusting up to 23 mph. With average humidity at 60% and a dew point of 48°F, conditions are favorable. Runners should consider pacing conservatively early to adapt to the warming trend.

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Race Info

The Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon offers a unique and fast point-to-point downhill course through the scenic Pacific Northwest. Runners begin at Snoqualmie Pass, journeying through a two-mile, unlit tunnel before continuing on a gentle, consistent downhill grade along a packed gravel rail trail, surrounded by mountain views and waterfalls. This iconic race is renowned for its potential for personal bests and Boston Marathon qualifying times.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon?

The 2026 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon will be held on Sunday June 7, 2026.

Is the Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 71°F and a low of 55°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 17 years of data

Avg Temp

71°F

L:58° H:71°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

18%

3 of 17 yrs

Wind8mph

Dew51°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	64°/83°	-	56°
2024 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	56°/70°	-	50°
2023 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	58°/66°	-	53°
2022 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2022	53°/58°	Light	48°
2021 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2021	59°/64°	Light	57°
2019 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	54°/69°	-	47°
2018 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2018	51°/60°	Light	44°
2017 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	54°/66°	-	50°
2016 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	56°/66°	-	40°
2015 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	56°/77°	-	46°
2014 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	65°/83°	-	55°
2013 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	58°/78°	-	49°
2012 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	59°/63°	-	52°
2011 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	60°/79°	-	53°
2010 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	60°/80°	-	53°
2009 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2009	53°/65°	-	49°
2008 Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2008	69°/78°	-	61°