Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, mild finish
Runners will face temperatures starting at 47°F and rising to 55°F by the end of the race. Wind will be moderate, with gusts up to 21 mph from the WNW, creating a mixed wind effect throughout the looped course. As the day warms, it’s advisable to pace conservatively in the early laps and stay hydrated, especially in the last stretch when temperatures peak.
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Race Info
The Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon start and finish at Newport Green. The USATF-certified, double-loop course runs along the Jersey City waterfront through Paulus Hook, continues past Liberty State Park with views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline, and returns through the Greenville and Bergen neighborhoods. The flat route qualifies runners for the Boston Marathon.
