Martian Marathon

Runners will face a cool start at 41°F, finishing at 42°F, with an average humidity of 75%. Wind will be a factor, with headwinds affecting miles 1, 5, 13, and 18, while tailwinds will benefit runners in miles 2-3, 6, 14-16, and 19-20. Runners should maintain their pace strategy and stay hydrated, adjusting for the headwinds on exposed sections.

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The Martian Marathon, part of the Martian Invasion of Races, starts and finishes at Ford Field Park in Dearborn, Michigan, in April. The marathon is a USATF-certified Boston Marathon qualifying course (MI26002MN) over two lightly rolling loops, with a half marathon, 10K and 5K the same morning and a kids' marathon at midday. Time limits are 6.5 hours for the marathon and 4.75 hours for the half. Source

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Race weekend

Saturday, April 10

7:15 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

8:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

8:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)

8:45 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)8:45 AM10M Training Mission (10.0 mi)

11:40 AMKids Marathon (1.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2027 Martian Marathon?

The 2027 Martian Marathon will be held on Saturday April 10, 2027.

Is the Martian Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 48°F and a low of 40°F with a 12% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data

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44°F

L:41° H:49°

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Rain Freq

28%

7 of 25 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew34°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Martian Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2026	39°/46°	-	33°
2025 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	33°/49°	-	21°
2024 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	43°/51°	-	30°
2023 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	57°/69°	-	47°
2022 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with morning rain or snow. 2022	34°/38°	Light	29°
2020 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	66°/80°	-	63°
2019 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	42°/50°	-	26°
2018 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2018	41°/41°	Moderate	37°
2017 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	40°/51°	-	35°
2016 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2016	27°/30°	Light	20°
2015 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	51°/72°	-	44°
2014 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	46°/61°	-	39°
2013 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2013	38°/39°	Light	31°
2012 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2012	50°/52°	Light	44°
2011 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2011	31°/45°	-	26°
2010 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	31°/48°	-	25°
2009 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain or snow. 2009	35°/42°	-	28°
2008 Martian Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	37°/53°	-	31°
2007 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2007	45°/56°	Light	47°
2006 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2006	47°/49°	-	42°
2005 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2005	32°/36°	-	27°
2004 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2004	51°/54°	-	49°
2003 Martian Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	38°/40°	Light	32°
2002 Martian Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning snow. 2002	26°/38°	-	14°
2001 Martian Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2001	36°/39°	-	33°