(FOX 9) - Twin Cities Marathon officials are keeping an eye on the weather this weekend for its races, while encouraging runners to hydrate ahead of the marathon.

Preparing for a hot Twin Cities Marathon

What we know:

Two years ago, the Twin Cities Marathon was canceled on Sunday because of a hot high of 92 degrees.

Last year, the weather was only a high of 65 with most of the race in the 50s, with much more ideal running conditions.

"On Saturday, all of the running is done by noon. Which is a difference between Sunday, when the final marathoners are finishing in the 2:30 to 3 p.m. range," said Charlie Mahler, Media and Communications Manager for TC in Motion.

Organizers say they are preparing for the worst with 14 water stations.

"We plan our races as though they’re going to

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