Phoenix Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming up steadily
Runners will face a temperature increase from 43°F at the start to 65°F towards the finish, with a gentle tailwind through the early miles. Humidity will remain low at 40%, allowing for comfortable conditions. Adjust pacing in the middle miles, especially from 11 to 21, where headwinds and crosswinds may impact performance. Staying hydrated will be key, particularly as temperatures rise.
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Race Info
The Phoenix Marathon is held in December in Phoenix, Arizona. The course starts at South Mountain Park Visitor Center, heads north on Central Avenue, follows the Salt River trail, and passes the Arizona State Capitol and Hance Park before finishing at Steele Indian School Park. A half marathon, 10 Miler and 5K run the same weekend. Runners who qualify for Boston can collect a free BQ luggage tag at the results tent. Source
