Priest Lake Marathon

Priest Lake, ID · September 18, 2027
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Race Day Weather

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56°at start
69° high
Light
Dry

Cool start, warming trend ahead

Runners will face a steady temperature rise from 56°F to a peak of 69°F during the race. With light wind from the S, it won't significantly impact performance. Humidity sits at 59%, so runners should consider adjusting their pace as the heat builds. No rain is expected, but a throwaway layer may be useful pre-race.

Race day forecast available in 337 days
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Race Info

Let your WILDerness side RUN! A wilderness off-pavement running adventure through the Panhandle National Forest. The scenery of a trail race, but on driveable dirt forest road. All runners beginner to elite love this course for its scenic trail run-like experience, but on the non-technical running surface of compact dirt Forest Service Roads. Run along the lakeshore of pristine Priest Lake, through groves of lush forest, huge old-growth cedar trees, and big views of the rugged Selkirk Mountains. Make a great race weekend at Hill’s Resort, walk to the start/finish line, family and friends can spectate the start, middle, and finish right by their room. Source

Race weekend

Saturday, September 18
7:00 AM50K (31.1 mi)
7:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
9:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
9:35 AM10K (6.2 mi)
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FAQ

When is the 2027 Priest Lake Marathon?

The 2027 Priest Lake Marathon will be held on Saturday September 18, 2027.

What is the time limit for the Priest Lake Marathon?

The time limit for the Priest Lake Marathon is 7.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Priest Lake Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 74°F and a low of 54°F with a 8% chance of rain.

What is the elevation profile of the Priest Lake Marathon?

The Priest Lake Marathon has 2000ft of total elevation gain.

Historical Weather

Based on 17 years of data
Avg Temp
54°F
L:47° H:60°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
29%
5 of 17 yrs
Wind3mph
Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
clear-day
44°/64°-
8
2025
partly-cloudy-day
58°/71°-
6
2024
rain
54°/62°Light
8
2023
rain
44°/48°Light
10
2022
partly-cloudy-day
49°/60°-
8
2021
clear-day
47°/63°-
8
2020
partly-cloudy-day
44°/51°Light
10
2019
clear-day
52°/66°-
8
2018
clear-day
45°/61°-
9
2017
partly-cloudy-day
41°/50°-
10
2016
rain
44°/58°Light
10
2015
rain
52°/62°Light
9
2014
partly-cloudy-day
45°/60°-
9
2013
clear-day
47°/58°-
9
2012
clear-day
48°/63°-
8
2011
clear-day
48°/67°-
8
2010
partly-cloudy-day
40°/59°-
9