Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool temps, manageable winds
Runners will face a temperature range from 53°F to 57°F, with average humidity at 67%. Wind will start as a headwind from Mile 2 to 8, then shift to a tailwind from Miles 9 to 20, before returning to headwinds in the final stretch. Competitors should adjust their pacing during the exposed headwind segments and take advantage of the tailwind to push through the mid-race.
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Race Info
The Toronto Waterfront Marathon runs through downtown Toronto and along the Lake Ontario waterfront every October, drawing more than 30,000 runners across the marathon, half marathon and 5K. The 42.195-kilometre course starts on Yonge Street near Elm Street and finishes on Bay Street near Queen Street, and its flat profile has made it a frequent stop for runners chasing Boston qualifying times. First run in 1999, the race carries World Athletics Elite Label status and serves as the Athletics Canada National Marathon Championships.
