Mad Marathon

Waitsfield, VT, USA · July 11, 2027

64°·75° high·Light·Dry

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79° high

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Warm start, adjust pace early

Runners will face temperatures rising from 64°F at the start to a peak of 78°F. With humidity at 69% and a light wind from the WSW, pace adjustments are advised. Starting conservatively will help manage the heat, while hydration will be crucial throughout the race.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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You will be running through this extraordinary rural community on back and dirt roads, with breathtaking views of the Green Mountains, challenging rollin farmlands with tough climbs and descents, quaint villages, historic barns, covered bridges and fields of our famous Vermont cows! Source

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Race weekend

Sunday, July 11

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

Half Marathon (13.1 mi)

10K (6.2 mi)

5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Mad Marathon?

The 2027 Mad Marathon will be held on Sunday July 11, 2027.

Is the Mad Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Mad Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Mad Marathon?

The time limit for the Mad Marathon is 6.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Mad Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 79°F and a low of 61°F with a 14% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 15 years of data

Avg Temp

67°F

L:61° H:73°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

20%

3 of 15 yrs

Wind4mph

Dew57°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	55°/75°	-	54°
2025 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2025	70°/74°	Light	66°
2024 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	64°/79°	-	64°
2023 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2023	68°/78°	-	69°
2022 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	49°/70°	-	48°
2021 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2021	64°/71°	-	56°
2019 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain. 2019	57°/67°	Light	50°
2018 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	54°/75°	-	56°
2017 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2017	59°/71°	-	56°
2016 Mad Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	58°/62°	Light	56°
2015 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	67°/78°	-	60°
2014 Mad Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2014	65°/75°	-	51°
2013 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2013	66°/75°	-	65°
2012 Mad Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	65°/70°	-	54°
2011 Mad Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	56°/74°	-	55°