Space Coast Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, steady crosswinds
Runners will face a temperature rise from 68°F at the start to 72°F by finish, with average humidity at 74%. A light crosswind of 11 mph will be present throughout the course. It's advisable for runners to adjust their pace conservatively due to the warmth and humidity, especially in the first half. Hydration should be prioritized early to combat the rising temperatures.
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Race Info
The Space Coast Marathon and Half Marathon start and finish at Cocoa Riverfront Park on the Indian River in Cocoa, Florida. The marathon runs north on Indian River Drive to a turnaround, then returns and follows the half marathon course south on Rockledge Drive to its turnaround and back to the finish. Running Zone Foundation has organized the race since 2007 with Space Coast Runners, and 2026 is its 55th running, billed by the organizers as Florida's oldest marathon. Both courses are USATF certified, and the marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. Source
