Clearwater Running Festival Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming up
Runners will face a starting temperature of 52°F, gradually rising to 69°F by the finish. Wind will predominantly be a headwind in the early miles, particularly Mile 1 and again from Miles 12-14, which may challenge pacing. With humidity at 64%, runners should stay hydrated and consider adjusting their effort in the warmer segments from Miles 15-23, where a tailwind will provide beneficial assistance.
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Race Info
This Boston Qualifier (BQ) marathon course is a double loop of the half marathon that starts at Sand Key Park and heads through Clearwater Beach, over the Clearwater Memorial Bridge through Old Clearwater. The course continues through the Town of Belleair with mansions on one side and views of the Intracoastal on the other. Finally, the run crosses the Belleair Causeway before heading north on Gulf Blvd to finish back in Sand Key Park. Source
