Course & Elevation

The Kathmandu Marathon winds through Nepal's capital city and surrounding valleys, featuring iconic sites including Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath Monkey Temple. Runners experience a mix of urban streets, rural farmland, and ancient pilgrimage routes with moderate elevation changes reflective of the Kathmandu Valley's topography.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 18°C

Humidity 55%

Rain Chance 5%

December offers excellent running conditions with clear skies, cool morning temperatures, and low humidity. Post-monsoon weather provides perfect visibility of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding mountains.

🏆 Course Record

02:17:34

Tsegaye Mekonnen (2019)

Registration

Registration Opens September

Registration Closes December

Entry Cost NPR 2,500-4,500

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The race passes four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the ancient temples of Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa.
▸ December 28th is strategically scheduled to avoid monsoon season and provide optimal running conditions at 1,300m elevation.
▸ Kathmandu Marathon is the largest marathon in Nepal, attracting elite African distance runners alongside local and international amateur runners.
▸ The race supports community development projects in rural Nepal, with portions of entry fees benefiting local education initiatives.

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