Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to 77°F by the finish, prompting a need for conservative pacing early on. Winds will be a factor with a maximum of 16 mph, creating a headwind from miles 25 to 27, which may affect performance on the final stretch. With average humidity at 46% and no rain expected, hydration will remain crucial, especially during the challenging uphill from miles 1 to 13.

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The Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon is a trail running competition that begins at the base of Pikes Peak, in Manitou Springs, Colorado, and climbs over 7,815 feet (2382 m) to the top of the 14,115 foot (4302 m) peak. Since 1956, the event takes place each year in late summer, with the Ascent taking place on Saturday (slightly longer than a half-marathon, at 13.3 miles), and the round-trip marathon on Sunday. Wikipedia

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Sunday, September 20

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon?

The 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Pikes Peak Marathon?

The time limit for the Pikes Peak Marathon is 10.3 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 77°F and a low of 51°F with a 0% chance of rain.

What is the elevation profile of the Pikes Peak Marathon?

The Pikes Peak Marathon has 7815ft of total elevation gain. View the interactive course map above for a detailed elevation profile.

Historical Weather

Based on 26 years of data

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66°F

L:56° H:73°

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Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2025	55°/71°	-	42°
2024 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2024	45°/46°	Light	41°
2023 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	44°/69°	-	41°
2022 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	54°/71°	-	38°
2021 Pikes Peak Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2021	58°/67°	-	42°
2020 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	63°/87°	-	36°
2019 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	65°/87°	-	35°
2018 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	59°/66°	-	57°
2017 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2017	58°/81°	-	43°
2016 Pikes Peak Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2016	49°/58°	-	44°
2015 Pikes Peak Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2015	64°/85°	-	53°
2014 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	61°/80°	-	45°
2013 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	58°/83°	-	43°
2012 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	51°/64°	-	34°
2011 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2011	60°/77°	-	53°
2010 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	54°/80°	-	52°
2009 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2009	59°/76°	-	44°
2008 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2008	50°/58°	Light	49°
2007 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	61°/83°	-	53°
2006 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2006	57°/64°	-	56°
2005 Pikes Peak Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2005	56°/71°	-	49°
2004 Pikes Peak Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2004	58°/74°	-	47°
2003 Pikes Peak Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	59°/81°	-	45°
2002 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2002	57°/70°	-	28°
2001 Pikes Peak Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2001	52°/82°	-	40°
2000 Pikes Peak Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2000	59°/79°	-	52°