Silverton Alpine Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend
Runners will face a temperature rise from 55°F at the start to 74°F by the finish. Winds will be light at 7 mph from the S, with occasional gusts up to 24 mph. With humidity at a comfortable 40%, hydration should be regular, but runners can maintain normal pacing throughout the race.
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Get ready to experience an epic trail adventure! The 50K and Marathon (~26.7 miles) loop takes you through the heart of the San Juan Mountains, following the historic Alpine Loop jeep roads. Along the way, you’ll pass through ghost mining towns such as Howardsville, Eureka, Animas Forks, and Gladstone. The course’s high point is California Pass, sitting at a breathtaking 12,930 feet! Source
Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | 55°/69° | - | 43° | ||
2024 | 47°/71° | - | 14° | ||
2023 | 54°/76° | - | 16° | ||
2022 | 56°/79° | - | 31° | ||
2021 | 58°/85° | - | 25° | ||
2020 | 55°/89° | - | 14° | ||
2019 | 54°/76° | Light | 46° | ||
2018 | 54°/74° | - | 43° | ||
2017 | 62°/77° | Light | 48° | ||
2016 | 49°/71° | - | 39° | ||
2015 | 52°/78° | - | 39° | ||
2014 | 52°/64° | Light | 46° | ||
2013 | 58°/65° | Light | 44° | ||
2012 | 48°/73° | - | 41° | ||
2011 | 54°/76° | - | 46° | ||
2010 | 54°/64° | - | 42° | ||
2009 | 53°/86° | - | 35° |