Istanbul Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool temps, light wind
Runners will face temperatures starting at 55°F and rising to 59°F, accompanied by light winds from the WSW at 10 mph. Humidity levels will be around 74%, which may feel a bit muggy. A conservative start is advisable, especially for those sensitive to humidity, to ensure endurance throughout the race.
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Race Info
The Istanbul Half Marathon (Turkish: Istanbul Yari Maratonu) is an annual half marathon (21.1 km) held each April in Istanbul, Turkey. It starts and finishes near Yenikapi and follows the historic peninsula along the Golden Horn, crossing the Galata Bridge. The course is flat with a World Athletics Gold Label. The race has carried different title sponsors over the years; as of the 2026 edition it was sponsored by Turkiye Is Bankasi, after prior years under Vodafone and NKolay. Wikipedia
