3 Bridges Marathon

Little Rock, AR, USA · December 5, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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40°at start
53° high
Light
Dry

Cool temperatures, steady pace recommended

Runners will face temperatures starting at 40°F and rising to 49°F by race's end. With light winds from the N at 7 mph, conditions will remain manageable. Humidity is moderate at 65%, suggesting a comfortable environment overall. To optimize performance, runners should maintain a steady pace, especially in the early laps, as temperatures will gradually rise.

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Race Info

The 3 Bridges Marathon is run on the Arkansas River Trail in Little Rock, Arkansas, starting and finishing at River Mountain Park beside the Two Rivers Bridge. The course is a 19-mile loop east followed by a 7-mile loop west, crossing the Big Dam Bridge, the Clinton Presidential Bridge and the Two Rivers Bridge, and is mostly flat paved trail apart from the bridges. It is USATF certified and a Boston qualifier, and is held on a Saturday in December with a 7:00 AM start and an optional 5:00 AM early start for runners expecting six to eight hours.

FAQ

When is the 2026 3 Bridges Marathon?

The 2026 3 Bridges Marathon will be held on Saturday December 5, 2026.

Is the 3 Bridges Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the 3 Bridges Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the 3 Bridges Marathon?

The time limit for the 3 Bridges Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 3 Bridges Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 57°F and a low of 39°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 11 years of data
Avg Temp
55°F
L:44° H:56°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
36%
4 of 11 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew43°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
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31°/41°-
7
2024
cloudy
35°/59°-
8
2023
cloudy
61°/64°Light
8
2022
rain
50°/56°Light
7
2019
fog
58°/63°Light
8
2018
cloudy
45°/48°-
8
2017
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29°/55°-
8
2016
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66°/75°-
7
2015
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29°/56°-
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2014
cloudy
50°/56°Light
7
2013
partly-cloudy-night
32°/48°-
7