Sunshine Coast Marathon

Sunshine Coast, Australia · August 1, 2027

61°·67° high·Breezy·Dry

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61°at start

68° high

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Starting at 61°F, heat will be a factor from the gun — go out conservative and stay on top of hydration. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. Moderate humidity at 71% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.

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The Sunshine Coast Marathon is a flat, single-lap course along the beachfronts of Alexandra Headland, Mooloolaba and Maroochydore on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, about an hour north of Brisbane. The AIMS-certified course starts and finishes near Alexandra Headland and crosses the Sunshine Motorway Bridge twice. It is a Boston Marathon qualifier and runs annually in early August alongside a half marathon, 10K, 5K and 2K. Ryan Gregson holds the men's course record at 2:14:05, set in 2025.

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When is the 2027 Sunshine Coast Marathon?

The 2027 Sunshine Coast Marathon will be held on Sunday August 1, 2027.

Is the Sunshine Coast Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Sunshine Coast Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Sunshine Coast Marathon?

The time limit for the Sunshine Coast Marathon is 6.33 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Sunshine Coast Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 68°F and a low of 60°F with a 1% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 6 years of data

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63°F

L:53° H:71°

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50%

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Sunshine Coast Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2026	55°/66°	Light	56°
2025 Sunshine Coast Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	46°/66°	Light	45°
2024 Sunshine Coast Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2024	60°/70°	-	57°
2023 Sunshine Coast Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	60°/80°	-	48°
2022 Sunshine Coast Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain. 2022	46°/71°	Light	50°
2021 Sunshine Coast Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	54°/72°	-	58°

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