San Lorenzo River Marathon

Santa Cruz, CA, USA · July 11, 2026

59°·76° high·Light·Dry

Weather

Race Day Weather

59°at start

77° high

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Dry

Warm afternoon, steady breeze

Runners will face a temperature rising from 58°F at the start to 75°F by the finish, with humidity at 72%. A light wind from the WNW at 7 mph will provide a slight cooling effect. Runners should consider adjusting their pace as temperatures increase and stay hydrated throughout the race.

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Race Info

Run through 300 foot tall, 1500 year-old Coastal Redwoods, lush stream canyons, open meadows, pine and oak forests, and high dry chaparral-covered ridges. The Half Marathon, 30K, Marathon, and 50K events cross the San Lorenzo River (shown below) multiple times! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 San Lorenzo River Marathon?

The 2026 San Lorenzo River Marathon will be held on Saturday July 11, 2026.

Is the San Lorenzo River Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

No, the San Lorenzo River Marathon is NOT a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 San Lorenzo River Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 77°F and a low of 57°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 15 years of data

Avg Temp

70°F

L:57° H:71°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

1 of 15 yrs

Wind10mph

Dew53°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2024 San Lorenzo River Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	57°/70°	-	55°
2023 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	55°/74°	-	56°
2022 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2022	56°/71°	-	47°
2021 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2021	57°/71°	-	55°
2020 San Lorenzo River Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	56°/68°	-	54°
2019 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2019	55°/73°	-	54°
2018 San Lorenzo River Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	60°/71°	-	56°
2017 San Lorenzo River Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	58°/70°	-	58°
2016 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	55°/77°	-	53°
2015 San Lorenzo River Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	57°/70°	-	56°
2014 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2014	57°/69°	-	50°
2013 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	54°/73°	-	50°
2012 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with rain. 2012	56°/67°	Light	47°
2011 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2011	55°/70°	-	54°
2010 San Lorenzo River Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	61°/75°	-	54°

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