Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos

Lehighton, PA, USA · September 13, 2026

60°·75° high·Light·Dry

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60°at start

76° high

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Runners will face temperatures rising from 60°F at the start to a peak of 75°F. With an average humidity of 73% and a dew point of 58°F, hydration will be crucial. Light winds at 6 mph will have minimal impact, but runners are advised to start conservatively and adjust their pace as needed.

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The Wicked Fast Marathon and Half Marathon - Poconos runs point-to-point along the D&L Trail in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Gorge, following the Lehigh River from a trailhead inside Lehigh Gorge State Park down to a finish at the Lehighton Outdoor Center. The hard-packed rail-trail surface carries a net downhill grade over the full distance, and the course is marketed as a Boston-qualifying route with no time penalty. The race started in 2024 as the Jack & Jill Marathon Poconos and was renamed Wicked Fast for its 2025 edition.

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When is the 2026 Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos?

The 2026 Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos will be held on Sunday September 13, 2026.

Is the Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos?

The forecast calls for a high of 76°F and a low of 58°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data

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77°F

L:53° H:77°

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Dew47°F

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Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

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Year	Conditions	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point	Score
2025 Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025		57°/78°	-	55°
2024 Wicked Fast Marathon - Poconos Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024		50°/75°	-	43°

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