Makoa Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm and breezy, adjust pacing
Runners will face a steady temperature of 77°F throughout the race, accompanied by high humidity at 75% and a dew point of 68°F. Winds will be a factor, starting with a headwind in the first two miles and shifting to a tailwind for Miles 3 and 8-9, creating mixed conditions. Runners should consider adjusting their pace early to conserve energy, especially during the headwind stretches.
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Race Info
The Makoa 5K, 10K and Half Marathon runs each November at Wai Kai, a waterfront recreation facility on Ewa Beach's West O'ahu shoreline. The course starts at Wai Kai and follows Keone'ula Boulevard before turning onto Papipi Road for a flat run along the coast. "Makoa" is a Hawaiian name meaning brave or fearless. The race is one of six annual events organized by Aloha Racing across O'ahu and has run since 2023.
