Comrades Marathon
Race Day Weather
Gradual warm-up, maintain hydration
Runners will face a temperature rise from 53°F at the start to a maximum of 75°F. Winds will be light from the WSW at 7 mph, with gusts up to 15 mph. With humidity at 63% and dew point at 47°F, maintaining hydration throughout is essential, especially as temperatures climb.
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Race Info
The Comrades Marathon is the world's largest and oldest ultramarathon, going strong since 1921 when it was founded by a WWI veteran to honor fallen soldiers. It alternates annually between the "up" run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg and the "down" run back, with each version offering its own set of challenges including the notorious "Big Five" hills like Polly Shortts. Runners face a tough elevation profile, gaining over 1,800 meters on the "up" run, while the "down" run provides a net descent to near sea level, all along diverse terrain from coastal roads to inland stretches.
