Sunshine Coast Marathon
Sunshine Coast Marathon race day weather
Mild temps, manageable winds
Runners will face temperatures starting at 61°F and climbing to 64°F by the finish. Winds will be light, averaging around 11 mph from the SW, posing minimal impact on performance. With humidity at 71%, it’s advisable to start conservatively and hydrate regularly, especially as temps rise in the later laps. The course's gentle rolling profile will complement these mild conditions.
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About the Sunshine Coast Marathon
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.
