Monterey Bay Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool conditions, moderate wind
Runners will face a temperature range from 60°F at the start to 63°F at the finish, with an average humidity of 70% and a dew point of 52°F. A north wind at 12 mph may add a slight chill, so runners should consider adjusting their pacing strategy accordingly. Staying hydrated will be essential for maintaining performance.
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Race Info
The Monterey Bay Half Marathon is a road race in Monterey, California, organized by the Big Sur Marathon Foundation. The out-and-back course starts on Del Monte Avenue, runs along Cannery Row and the Pacific Grove shoreline to a turnaround near Asilomar Beach, and finishes at Custom House Plaza in Monterey State Historic Park. Race weekend also includes the Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K and By-the-Bay 3K. The USATF-certified course (CA23010DT) has a men's course record of 1:02:32 (Ian Dobson, 2006) and a women's course record of 1:08:03 (Victory Chepngeno, 2019), and carries a 3.5-hour time limit.
