Bournemouth Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild temps, manage the wind
Runners will face temperatures starting at 58°F and finishing at 59°F, with high humidity at 77%. A crosswind will be present throughout the first 13 miles, followed by a headwind at mile 14, which may necessitate pacing adjustments. With an average wind speed of 18 mph, it is advisable to stay mindful of energy expenditure during exposed stretches, especially when tackling the rolling terrain.
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Race Info
The Bournemouth Half Marathon is the flagship race of the Run Bournemouth weekend festival, held each October along the Dorset coast. The 13.1-mile course starts at Hengistbury Head, follows five miles of cliff-top trail overlooking Poole Bay, then drops to the seafront promenade past Boscombe Pier before finishing on Bournemouth Pier Approach. The same weekend also includes the Supersonic 10K and Supernova 5K. Run Bournemouth originally staged a full marathon distance alongside the half, but that distance was discontinued in 2020 and has not returned.
