Barossa Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend ahead
Runners will face a temperature rise from 54°F at the start to 66°F by the finish, with average humidity at 68%. Winds will be moderate, reaching up to 15 mph with varying directions, creating a mix of crosswinds and tailwinds throughout the race. It's advisable to start conservatively to manage the warming temperatures, especially during the final miles, where headwinds will be present.
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Race Info
The Barossa Marathon starts and finishes on Magnolia Road outside the Barossa Aquatic Centre in Tanunda, South Australia, running through the vineyards of the Barossa Valley wine region. The course is flat and AIMS-certified, and the race serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The event takes place alongside a half marathon, 10km and 5km on the same morning, with the marathon field starting first at 7:30 AM. Ryan Waddington set the current men's course record of 2:26:42 at the 2026 edition.
