St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon

Northampton, PA, USA · November 15, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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54° high
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Dry

Cool morning, steady conditions

Runners will face a cool start at 41°F, warming to 54°F. Wind will be light at 7 mph from the SW, with occasional gusts up to 20 mph. Given the humidity at 62%, pacing should be conservative early on to adapt to the rising temperature.

Race day forecast available in 166 days
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Race Info

Both the marathon and half marathon use the D&L Trail for a majority of their courses. The trail follows the Lehigh River for a gentle net elevation drop with fine gravel or pavement depending on the section. Participants can expect a beautiful trail, joint-friendly terrain, and crisp autumn temperatures. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon?

The 2026 St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon will be held on Sunday November 15, 2026.

Is the St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 St. Luke's Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Heritage Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 54°F and a low of 39°F with a 12% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 3 years of data
Avg Temp
52°F
L:39° H:53°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
33%
1 of 3 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew39°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
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49°/60°Light
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2024
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35°/54°-
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2023
clear-day
32°/44°-
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