Course & Elevation

The Harare Marathon features a rolling course through Zimbabwe's capital city, starting and finishing in central Harare. The route passes through the city's key landmarks including residential areas, parks, and main thoroughfares, showcasing the character of this vibrant African capital. The course is primarily on sealed roads with moderate elevation changes typical of Harare's highland plateau location.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 20°C

Humidity 55%

Rain Chance 5%

May is part of Harare's dry season with pleasant, cool autumn weather ideal for marathoning. Expect comfortable temperatures with low rainfall risk and clear skies.

Registration

Registration Opens February

Registration Closes April

Entry Cost ZWL 45,000 - ZWL 65,000

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Harare Marathon celebrates Zimbabwe's running heritage and is one of the major marathons in Southern Africa.
▸ The race takes place at an elevation of approximately 1,500 meters on the African plateau, providing cooler running conditions than lowland marathons.
▸ May timing coincides with Harare's autumn season, making it one of the most pleasant times to run in Zimbabwe with temperatures rarely exceeding 26°C.
▸ The race attracts runners from across the continent, including competitors from Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, and Kenya.

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