Starting at 63°F, heat will be a factor from the gun — go out conservative and stay on top of hydration. Temperatures rising to 74°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Moderate winds around 15mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course.

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The 10K starts on US Highway 385 6.2 miles north of Marathon, Texas, and follows the east shoulder of the highway south into town. The route is a gradual descent through West Texas desert and includes the final stretch of the marathon course, with the climb that starts at marathon mile 22. It finishes at the Marathon Community Center, the same line as the longer races, on the Saturday of race weekend.

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Race weekend

Saturday, October 24

7:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)8:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

10:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

10:30 AM5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Marathon 2 10K?

The 2026 Marathon 2 10K will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Marathon 2 10K?

The time limit for the Marathon 2 10K is 3.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Marathon 2 10K?

The forecast calls for a high of 75°F and a low of 61°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 10K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 21 years of data

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66°F

L:64° H:69°

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Wind7mph

Dew44°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	63°/64°	-	54°
2025 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	62°/66°	-	35°
2024 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	62°/66°	-	40°
2023 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	75°/80°	-	34°
2022 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	68°/73°	-	45°
2021 Marathon 2 10K Clearing in the afternoon. 2021	71°/77°	-	53°
2019 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	50°/56°	-	11°
2018 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	64°/68°	-	47°
2017 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	69°/74°	-	49°
2016 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	66°/71°	-	46°
2015 Marathon 2 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2015	55°/57°	-	53°
2014 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	69°/74°	-	51°
2013 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	60°/65°	-	48°
2012 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	72°/78°	-	44°
2011 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	66°/70°	-	32°
2010 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	68°/72°	-	36°
2009 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2009	57°/61°	-	42°
2008 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	60°/64°	-	41°
2007 Marathon 2 10K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2007	75°/78°	-	50°
2006 Marathon 2 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2006	65°/70°	-	60°
2005 Marathon 2 10K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2005	54°/57°	-	53°