Des Moines St. Paddys Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, gradual warm-up
Runners will face a start-line temperature of 37°F, climbing to 49°F by the finish. Winds will be moderate from the W at 11 mph, creating a mix of headwind, tailwind, and crosswind throughout the race. With humidity at 64%, it’s advisable for runners to start conservatively and focus on hydration, especially in the latter laps as temperatures rise.
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Race Info
The Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon, 5K & Marathon Run/Walk is held each March in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, starting and finishing near E Locust Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. It is organized by All Community Events under the IowaRuns.com banner. The event offers marathon, half marathon, and 5K distances on paved roads, plus kids' races, with the marathon course covering the half marathon route twice as an out-and-back.
