Queenstown Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start — fast day potential, warming through the race, chance of rain
A cool 44°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Temperatures rising to 55°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. There's a chance of rain, so have a backup gear plan ready. Moderate humidity at 68% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Queenstown Marathon's half marathon runs 21.1 kilometres on the Saturday of race weekend, starting at Coronet Fields on Malaghans Road. It follows the Domain Road trail beside the Shotover River, crosses the Old Shotover Bridge and continues along the Twin Rivers trail by the Kawarau River. Runners then take the Frankton Arm Walkway toward Queenstown, loop around Queenstown Gardens and finish at Queenstown Recreation Ground. The course is mainly flat with some undulations, on smooth hard-packed trail and road.
