Tunnel Light Marathon

North Bend, WA, USA · September 13, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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55°at start
70° high
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Dry

Comfortable conditions, gradual warm-up

Runners will face temperatures starting at 54°F and climbing to 72°F, with average humidity at 70%. The light wind from the WSW will be a non-factor throughout the race. Athletes should start conservatively and adjust their pace as temperatures rise, ensuring adequate hydration as the race progresses.

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Race Info

The Tunnel Light Marathon runs point-to-point from the Hyak Sno-Park Trailhead near Snoqualmie Pass to the Garcia Trailhead in North Bend, Washington, on the historic John Wayne Pioneer Trail rail bed. Runners pass through the roughly 2.3-mile Snoqualmie Tunnel after the halfway point; the tunnel is unlit, so headlamps are required. Storm damage to the original course means the 2026 race follows a permitted detour with about 1,000 feet of net downhill, less than the race's usual net drop of around 2,000 feet. The course is USATF-certified and a Boston Marathon qualifier. It is one of three races the organizer runs on the same corridor each year, alongside the Light at the End of the Tunnel Marathon in June and the Tunnel Vision Marathon in August.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Tunnel Light Marathon?

The 2026 Tunnel Light Marathon will be held on Sunday September 13, 2026.

Is the Tunnel Light Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Tunnel Light Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Tunnel Light Marathon?

The time limit for the Tunnel Light Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Tunnel Light Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 70°F and a low of 49°F with a 11% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 13 years of data
Avg Temp
68°F
L:57° H:68°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
38%
5 of 13 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew52°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
62°/67°-
8
2024
partly-cloudy-day
61°/70°-
9
2023
clear-day
58°/77°-
8
2022
clear-day
57°/70°-
8
2021
rain
57°/62°Light
9
2019
rain
59°/61°Light
8
2018
rain
55°/63°Light
7
2017
partly-cloudy-day
55°/65°-
8
2016
cloudy
55°/66°-
9
2015
cloudy
61°/65°Light
8
2014
clear-day
54°/81°-
8
2013
cloudy
59°/65°Light
8
2012
clear-day
53°/71°-
8