Cape Town Marathon
Race Day Weather
Mild start, adjust for warmth
Runners will face a temperature rise from 55°F at the start to a peak of 66°F. With average humidity at 74%, hydration strategies should be prioritized, especially as the heat builds. A consistent headwind will impact pacing particularly from miles 6 to 8 and again at mile 18, necessitating conservative efforts during these segments. Tailwinds from miles 9 to 11 and 21 to 26 will provide opportunities to push the pace.
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Race Info
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a City Marathon (42.2 km) held in Cape Town, South Africa, first held in its current form in 2007. Available distances include the marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and two trail runs of length 22 km and 12 km. The marathon is held on a fast and flat course, starting and finishing in Green Point, near the Cape Town Stadium. The Cape Town Marathon is also the host of the South African marathon championships. The marathon is categorized as a Gold Label Road Race by World Athletics. Wikipedia
