Death Valley Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming trend ahead
Runners will face a temperature rise from 40°F at the start to 66°F by the finish. Winds will be from the SE at 13 mph, providing a slight tailwind throughout. With moderate humidity at 45%, pacing strategies should start conservatively to adapt to the warming conditions as the race progresses.
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Race Info
The Death Valley Marathon, established in 1986, starts and finishes at the Day Use Area near Furnace Creek Ranch, and takes runners through the stark desert beauty of Death Valley National Park. The route is unique, with the entire course below sea level, passing landmarks like Harmony Borax Works and Mustard Canyon, and offering views of the Panamints and Cottonwood mountains. Despite a mostly flat profile, the gently rolling hills can be deceptive, but it's the desert vistas that make this race distinct.
