Course & Elevation

The Saipan Marathon showcases the tropical beauty of Saipan with a scenic coastal route that loops around the island. The course features rolling terrain with ocean views throughout, passing through local villages and lush vegetation. Runners experience the unique Micronesian landscape while traversing well-maintained roads with minimal traffic disruption.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 28°C

Humidity 75%

Rain Chance 35%

March offers warm tropical weather with moderate humidity and generally dry conditions. Afternoon sea breezes provide some cooling relief along the coastal route, though runners should expect intense sun exposure and hydration will be critical.

Registration

Registration Opens December

Registration Closes February

Entry Cost $95-$125

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Saipan Marathon is one of the few marathons in the Western Pacific accessible to US runners without a passport, as the Northern Mariana Islands are a US commonwealth.
▸ The race course loops around the island, providing stunning views of the Philippine Sea and the island's diverse tropical landscape.
▸ Founded in 2006, this intimate marathon attracts runners from across the Pacific region and beyond, creating a unique multicultural running experience.
▸ March is the ideal time to run in Saipan, being outside the typhoon season while offering the most stable and pleasant weather conditions of the year.

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