The Great Bangor Marathon and Half
Race Day Weather
Mild start, warm finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 57°F at the start to 61°F by the finish. With humidity at 78% and light rain expected, pacing adjustments are recommended to avoid fatigue. Light winds may not significantly impact performance, but the gently rolling terrain could feel tougher in the later miles. Runners should consider hydration strategies and a conservative start to manage the warmth as the race progresses.
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Race Info
The Great Bangor Marathon and Half is run in early June in Bangor, Maine. The marathon starts at Main and Dutton Streets downtown, follows Valley Avenue to Broadway, turns around in Kenduskeag and finishes at Bangor Waterfront Park; the half marathon follows the same route and turns on outer Broadway shortly after Pushaw Road. The course is USATF sanctioned and certified for Boston qualifying, with a 170-foot elevation difference from start to finish. Source
