Queenstown marathon
Queenstown marathon race day weather
Cool start, warming finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 41°F at the start to 54°F by finish, with light winds from the WNW. The humidity is moderate at 52%, allowing for a comfortable race but caution is advised in pacing, especially during the climbs around miles 10 and 20-23. With the course's rolling profile, strategy should include conserving energy on the descents and adjusting pace during the headwinds in the latter miles.
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About the Queenstown marathon
The Queenstown Marathon runs each November through New Zealand's Central Otago region, starting at Millbrook Resort and finishing at Queenstown Recreation Ground. The course is roughly 70% hard-packed trail and 30% road, passing through Arrowtown and along Lake Hayes and the Shotover River before reaching Queenstown Gardens. Jack Moody set the men's course record of 2:25:02 in 2025, and Bara Styblova holds the women's record at 2:48:31 from the same year. The race weekend also includes a half marathon, 10km, and kids' run.
