Millinocket Marathon

Millinocket, ME, USA · December 05, 2026

29°·33° high·Light·Dry

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29°at start

33° high

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Cool start, steady ascent ahead

Runners will face a cool temperature range of 27°F to 33°F, with a maximum wind of 7 mph providing a headwind from miles 1 to 3 and again from 14 to 16. With humidity at 69% and a dew point of 22°F, maintaining hydration will be essential. The terrain features notable climbs early, so pacing conservatively at the start is advised, especially during the initial ascent and when facing headwinds.

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This USATF certified FREE race was first held in 2015 to help Maine’s most prominent mill town, which was devastated by the closing of their major employer. Runner's World Magazine picked up the story shortly after, and as they say, the rest is history! Source

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When is the 2026 Millinocket Marathon?

The 2026 Millinocket Marathon will be held on Saturday December 5, 2026.

Is the Millinocket Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Millinocket Marathon?

The time limit for the Millinocket Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Millinocket Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 36°F and a low of 22°F with a 18% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 10 years of data

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27°F

L:24° H:29°

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Rain Freq

20%

2 of 10 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew17°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Millinocket Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	12°/20°	-	8°
2024 Millinocket Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with early morning snow. 2024	15°/20°	-	4°
2023 Millinocket Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2023	35°/36°	Light	34°
2022 Millinocket Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2022	44°/51°	Light	47°
2021 Millinocket Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	16°/24°	-	7°
2019 Millinocket Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2019	19°/23°	-	8°
2018 Millinocket Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	8°/14°	-	-4°
2017 Millinocket Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon snow. 2017	26°/33°	-	23°
2016 Millinocket Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	13°/16°	-	-1°
2015 Millinocket Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	48°/50°	-	36°

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