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 race in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico, run as part of the two-day Ruidoso RunFest weekend alongside a 47K/50K ultra option and a Friday-night 5K and kids' run. The 2026 edition is the 6th running of the marathon and half marathon. Flooding in Ruidoso in September 2026 forced organizers to move the Saturday races' start and finish to Fort Stanton, New Mexico, about 14 miles from the race's usual home at Wingfield Park. The Fort Stanton course sits at roughly 6,200 feet of elevation.

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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 79°F and a low of 58°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data

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69°F

L:62° H:75°

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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 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	61°/76°	-	54°
2024 Ruidoso Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with rain. 2024	60°/74°	-	54°
2023 Ruidoso Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2023	61°/73°	-	56°
2022 Ruidoso Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with afternoon rain. 2022	63°/75°	-	49°
2021 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	61°/75°	-	42°
2019 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	63°/75°	-	17°
2018 Ruidoso Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	72°/82°	-	27°
2017 Ruidoso Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2017	59°/70°	-	56°
2016 Ruidoso Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	59°/73°	-	51°

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