Two Cities Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming up quickly
Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to a warm 71°F by the finish, with average humidity around 52%. Light winds will provide a tailwind from miles 1-3 and 5-6, but headwinds will challenge runners from miles 10-12 and 14-16. To adjust for the warming conditions, runners should start conservatively and hydrate early to maintain pace.
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Race Info
Fresno and neighboring Clovis host the Two Cities Marathon each fall. The marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K all start and finish at Clovis Community College, near the two cities' shared border. The full marathon course is USATF-certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Now in its 18th year, the race is produced by Fleet Feet Fresno and presented by CalViva Health. Source
