Canterbury Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Comfortable temps, moderate wind
Mild 57°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Moderate winds around 13mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Moderate humidity at 77% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Canterbury Half Marathon takes place in Pegasus Town, a planned community about 25 kilometers north of Christchurch in the Waimakariri District of New Zealand. The course circles Lake Pegasus on flat lakeside walkways, offering a fast, World Athletics-certified route. The event also serves as the Canterbury Athletics Half Marathon Championship and includes a 9km run/walk and a 2.5km Kidz Dash.
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | | 63°/70° | - | 55° | |
2024 |  | 60°/67° | Light | 47° | |
2023 | | 51°/54° | Light | 46° |