Hackney Half
Race Day Weather
Cool start, mild finish
Runners will face a temperature range from 51°F at the start to 64°F by the finish, with an average humidity of 57%. Winds will primarily present a headwind during the first three miles and again from Miles 6-7, requiring conservative pacing early. A tailwind from Miles 4 and 9-14 offers a boost late in the race, allowing for potential speed increases as conditions improve.
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Race Info
The Hackney Half, established in 2014, is a popular race in East London that now draws tens of thousands of runners. The course starts and finishes at Hackney Marshes, with a generally flat terrain, save for a modest climb at km 8.8 and a sharper downhill near km 19.7. Runners weave through notable landmarks like Hackney Downs and Broadway Market, getting a taste of local street art and culture along closed city roads.