San Francisco Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, gradual warming
Runners will face a temperature rise from 58°F at the start to 69°F by the finish, with average humidity at a high 76%. Winds will be light, predominantly from the west with headwinds from miles 2-5 and 15, while a tailwind will assist from miles 17-23. Competitors should pace conservatively early on and stay hydrated, particularly during climbs at miles 6-7 and 21.
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Race Info
The San Francisco Marathon is an annual USATF-certified road running event held in San Francisco, California, that includes a full marathon, two half marathons, an ultramarathon, a 10k, and a 5K. With the exceptions of 1988 and 2020, the marathon has been held annually since 1977. The marathon starts and finishes on the Embarcadero near the Ferry Building and crosses the Golden Gate Bridge. It is a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon. Wikipedia
