Istanbul Marathon
Istanbul Marathon race day weather
Cool start, warming finish
Runners will face temperatures rising from 57°F at the start to 66°F by the finish, with humidity at 80%. A light to moderate wind from the ENE will create crosswinds in the early miles, switching to a tailwind between miles 3 to 16, then turning into a headwind from miles 17 to 25. Runners should pace conservatively in the early stages to manage the heat, especially as they approach the warmer finish.
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About the Istanbul Marathon
The Istanbul Marathon is an annual marathon held in Istanbul, Turkey, each November. It is the only marathon in the world whose 42.2 km course spans two continents, crossing the Bosphorus Bridge (officially the 15 July Martyrs Bridge) from the Asian side of the city to the European side, finishing at Sultanahmet Meydani near the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Wikipedia
