Kirkland Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, mild finish
Runners will face a temperature range from 46°F to 57°F, with a gentle rise as the race progresses. Wind will be light at 5 mph, shifting from headwind to tailwind in key segments, particularly during miles 6-10, where runners can benefit from the support. Given the high humidity at 69%, pacing adjustments are advised to maintain energy levels, especially during the climbs in mile 6.
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Race Info
The Kirkland Half Marathon is an annual point-to-point race in Kirkland, Washington, run each May on the shore of Lake Washington. The course starts at Northwest University on 108th Avenue NE and finishes at Juanita Beach Park, following more than five miles of the Cross Kirkland Corridor Trail with a net elevation drop of over 290 feet. Formerly the Virginia Mason Mother's Day Half Marathon, it has run under Orca Running since at least 2017.
