Runners will face a temperature rise from 60°F at the start to a peak of 79°F by finish. A steady headwind at 15 mph will challenge pacing throughout the race. With humidity at 51% and a dew point of 50°F, pacing adjustments may be necessary as temperatures climb. Staying hydrated and considering a conservative start will be key.

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The Ruidoso Marathon and Half Marathon is a high-altitude road race in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico, run as part of the two-day Ruidoso RunFest weekend alongside a 47K/50K option and a Friday-night 5K and kids' run. Since 2026 the Saturday races start and finish at the Enchanted Vine event venue of Noisy Water Winery on Fort Stanton Road in Alto, north of Ruidoso. Earlier editions started at Wingfield Park in Ruidoso, and the 2025 Saturday races were moved to Fort Stanton after flooding. The course closes at 2:00 PM for all Saturday races.

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Race weekend

Friday, September 18

6:15 PM5K (3.1 mi)

7:15 PMKids Run (1.0 mi)

Saturday, September 19

6:00 AM47K/50K (29.2 mi)

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Ruidoso Marathon?

The 2026 Ruidoso Marathon will be held on Saturday September 19, 2026.

Is the Ruidoso Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Ruidoso Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Ruidoso Marathon?

The time limit for the Ruidoso Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 80°F and a low of 58°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 10 years of data

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69°F

L:62° H:76°

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Rain Freq

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Wind6mph

Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

This race has moved. A year marked with a city was run there, and its weather is from there.

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	61°/73°	-	53°
2025 Ruidoso Marathon Fort Stanton, NM · Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025Fort Stanton, NM	61°/76°	-	54°
2024 Ruidoso Marathon Ruidoso, NM · Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2024Ruidoso, NM	62°/77°	-	53°
2023 Ruidoso Marathon Ruidoso, NM · Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2023Ruidoso, NM	62°/75°	-	56°
2022 Ruidoso Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with afternoon rain. 2022	63°/76°	-	49°
2021 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	61°/75°	-	42°
2019 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	63°/76°	-	18°
2018 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	72°/90°	-	28°
2017 Ruidoso Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2017	60°/71°	-	57°
2016 Ruidoso Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	60°/74°	-	51°

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