Newport Wales Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, steady conditions
Runners will face temperatures starting at 48°F and rising to 56°F. Wind will be light, peaking at 11 mph from the NE, with humidity at 68%. With comfortable conditions, runners can maintain their pace without drastic adjustments, but should stay hydrated throughout.
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Race Info
The Newport Wales Marathon runs through Newport city centre and the Gwent Levels along the Usk estuary in South Wales. The course starts and finishes on Usk Way near the Transporter Bridge and is checked each year by an AIMS/World Athletics-affiliated course measurer. Runner's World has listed it among the fastest marathons in the world, and it is a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race is held annually in April and organized by Run 4 Wales.
