YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm and humid, adjust pace early
Runners will face temperatures rising from 75°F to 87°F, with high humidity around 78% and a dew point of 72°F. A steady headwind at 15 mph will challenge runners, particularly in later miles. Pacing adjustments are crucial; starting conservatively will help manage the heat as conditions intensify.
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Race Info
The YMCA Sandbar Half Marathon and 5K is an annual race held on Manasota Key in Englewood, Florida, organized by the Englewood Family YMCA. Runners start and finish at the South Beach Parking Lot across from the Sandbar Tiki & Grille, running north on Beach Road before turning back south. The race has been held most years since at least 2016. The half marathon distance was added in 2019.
