Zydeco Marathon

Lafayette, LA, USA · March 7, 2027
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Race Day Weather

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53°at start
69° high
Breezy
Dry

Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature increase from 53°F to 68°F during the race. With wind from the ESE at 10 mph and gusts up to 22 mph, a headwind may impact pacing. Humidity sits at 63%, suggesting a need for hydration, especially as temperatures rise. Adjusting pace in the latter stages is advisable to accommodate the heat.

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Race Info

Ochsner Lafayette General Zydeco Marathon is a two day running event in the heart of Cajun Country. Five distance options are available to accommodate just about everyone. On Saturday we have the one mile fun run and 5K. Sunday is the heart of the weekend with the full marathon, half marathon, and team relay events. The Zydeco Finish Line Festival on Sunday has live music, great food, and plenty of drink options to wrap up your weekend. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Zydeco Marathon?

The 2027 Zydeco Marathon will be held on Sunday March 7, 2027.

Is the Zydeco Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Zydeco Marathon?

The time limit for the Zydeco Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Zydeco Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 55°F with a 9% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 13 years of data
Avg Temp
70°F
L:57° H:70°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
8%
1 of 13 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew51°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
partly-cloudy-day
66°/73°Light
6
2025
clear-day
55°/71°-
7
2024
clear-day
48°/67°-
9
2023
partly-cloudy-day
73°/78°-
6
2022
clear-day
34°/52°-
6
2021
cloudy
68°/78°-
8
2020
clear-day
46°/68°-
8
2019
cloudy
69°/77°-
8
2018
partly-cloudy-day
63°/76°-
8
2017
cloudy
49°/56°-
6
2016
clear-day
61°/77°-
8
2015
cloudy
52°/68°-
8
2014
clear-day
52°/66°-
8