Istanbul Half Marathon

Istanbul, TurkeyApril 19, 2026

Race Day Weather

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57° high
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Dry

Cool start, steady conditions

Runners will face a temperature increase from 45°F at the start to 57°F by the finish, with a modest wind from the E at 8 mph. Humidity will hover around 58%, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Pacing strategies can remain aggressive, but hydration should be considered as the race progresses.

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The Istanbul Half Marathon (Turkish: İstanbul Yarı Maratonu) is an annual road running event over the half marathon distance (21.1 km) that takes place on the streets of Istanbul, Turkey in April. The event is sponsored by Vodafone. It was promoted to the IAAF Gold Label status for 2017. Wikipedia

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Istanbul Half Marathon?

The 2026 Istanbul Half Marathon will be held on Sunday April 19, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Istanbul Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 57°F and a low of 45°F with a 13% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 3 years of data
Avg Temp
61°F
L:51° H:61°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
33%
1 of 3 yrs
Wind11mph
Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore
2025
partly-cloudy-day
55°/61°-
7
2024
partly-cloudy-day
47°/62°Light
8
2023
partly-cloudy-day
51°/62°-
9