Ballarat Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, gradual warm-up
Runners will face a temperature rise from 54°F at the start to 62°F by the finish, with max wind at 9 mph from the WNW. Humidity will be moderate at 68%, suggesting a need for hydration throughout the race. With a flat course and changing wind conditions, pacing should start conservatively, especially in the early laps, to handle the warmer temperatures later on.
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Race Info
The Ballarat Marathon starts and finishes outside Ballarat Town Hall in the regional Victorian city of Ballarat. The course covers two laps of a 21.1 km bitumen loop through Ballarat Central and past Lake Wendouree, with a total elevation gain of 98 meters. It is certified by AIMS and World Athletics, and the race weekend also includes a half marathon, 10km, 5km and mile events.
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