Tucson Marathon

Tucson, AZ, USA · December 13, 2026

42°·64° high·Breezy·Dry

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42°at start

64° high

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Cool conditions, steady pace advised

Runners will face a temperature rise from 42°F at the start to a comfortable 64°F by finish. Winds from the SSW at 9 mph will provide a light headwind throughout. With humidity at 40% and a dew point of 28°F, conditions remain favorable, allowing for a steady pacing strategy.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Race Info

Net downhill courses along the foothills of the Santa Catalina mountains run since 1969. The full Marathon, 50K & Marathon Relay start at Biosphere 2 near Oracle and run down past Catalina, through Oro Valley and finishing at Pima Community College Northwest Campus.

The Half Marathon starts at Golder Ranch Fire Administration in Catalina and runs down through Oro Valley, join The Loop Bike Path next to the Cañada del Oro to the finish at Pima Community College.

Join us for beautiful winter weather and a fast downhill courses! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Tucson Marathon?

The 2026 Tucson Marathon will be held on Sunday December 13, 2026.

Is the Tucson Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Tucson Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Tucson Marathon?

The time limit for the Tucson Marathon is 7.5 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 65°F and a low of 41°F with a 6% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 31 years of data

Avg Temp

68°F

L:46° H:68°

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Rain Freq

1 of 31 yrs

Wind8mph

Dew29°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	54°/83°	-	26°
2024 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	45°/73°	-	14°
2023 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	48°/69°	-	-1°
2022 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	39°/67°	-	36°
2021 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	51°/73°	-	32°
2019 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	49°/73°	-	44°
2018 Tucson Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2018	47°/65°	-	48°
2017 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	43°/73°	-	12°
2017 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	58°/81°	-	41°
2016 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	44°/72°	-	32°
2015 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	49°/78°	-	20°
2014 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	46°/72°	-	43°
2013 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	43°/55°	-	36°
2012 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	44°/69°	-	26°
2011 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	45°/66°	-	32°
2010 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	46°/74°	-	29°
2009 Tucson Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2009	46°/68°	-	34°
2008 Tucson Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	43°/65°	-	24°
2007 Tucson Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2007	46°/61°	-	38°
2006 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	45°/66°	-	35°
2005 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2005	37°/61°	-	25°
2004 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2004	41°/55°	-	38°
2003 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	50°/75°	-	37°
2002 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2002	40°/63°	-	37°
2001 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2001	46°/67°	-	14°
2000 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2000	51°/70°	-	34°
1999 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1999	45°/68°	-	13°
1998 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain or snow. 1998	34°/52°	-	29°
1997 Tucson Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 1997	52°/57°	Light	51°
1996 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 1996	47°/72°	-	34°
1995 Tucson Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 1995	46°/76°	-	32°