Saddleback Marathon

Silverado, CA, USA · November 7, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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56°at start
71° high
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Dry

Comfortable temps, big temp swing

Mild 56°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temps will climb significantly to 71°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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Race Info

The Saddleback Marathon is a trail race in the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, California, first run in 1988. Wildfires have repeatedly disrupted it: the 2018 Holy Fire, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Airport Fire each forced a cancellation or course change. The race moved to a new course starting from Black Star Canyon Road for the 2025 edition, which also introduced 25k, half marathon, and 10k options alongside the marathon. Source

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When is the 2026 Saddleback Marathon?

The 2026 Saddleback Marathon will be held on Saturday November 7, 2026.

Is the Saddleback Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F with a 3% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data
Avg Temp
69°F
L:51° H:69°
RunScore
8
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Rain Freq
50%
1 of 2 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew27°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Saddleback Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain.

2025
cloudy
53°/57°Light
8

2023 Saddleback Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2023
clear-day
50°/81°-
8

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