Saddleback Marathon

Silverado, CA, USA · November 7, 2026
clear-day65°·81° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

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65°at start
81° high
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Dry

Warm day ahead, hydrate early

Runners will face a temperature rise from 64°F at the start to 78°F by late morning. With light winds from the NE at 7 mph, conditions will be manageable but humidity is low at 31%. It's crucial to start conservatively and increase hydration frequency to counter the heat.

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Race Info

The Saddleback Marathon is a trail race in the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado, California, first run in 1988. Wildfires have repeatedly disrupted it: the 2018 Holy Fire, the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Airport Fire each forced a cancellation or course change. The race moved to a new course starting from Black Star Canyon Road for the 2025 edition, which also introduced 25k, half marathon, and 10k options alongside the marathon. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Saddleback Marathon?

The 2026 Saddleback Marathon will be held on Saturday November 7, 2026.

Is the Saddleback Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the Saddleback Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 81°F and a low of 62°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 2 years of data
Avg Temp
70°F
L:52° H:71°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
1 of 2 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew36°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
54°/60°Light
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2023
clear-day
51°/82°-
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