Chengdu Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, hydrate early
Runners will face temperatures ranging from 66°F to a peak of 72°F during the race, with humidity at 78% creating a warm, muggy feel. Winds will be light at 3 mph, so they won't significantly impact pace. Given the heat and humidity, runners should adjust their pace conservatively and prioritize hydration throughout.
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Race Info
The Chengdu Marathon starts at the Jinsha Site Museum and finishes at the Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center, passing landmarks including Kuanzhai Alley, Chunxi Road, and the Tianfu Panda Tower. It holds World Athletics Gold Label status and draws roughly 35,000 runners each October, including a full marathon and half marathon. The race also serves as one leg of China's National Marathon Championship series and was the first Chinese marathon nominated as an Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate Race.
