Course & Elevation
The Sapporo Marathon features a scenic urban loop course through Hokkaido's capital city, passing Maruyama Park, Nakajima Park, and the Ishikari River. The course is predominantly flat with excellent spectator support and an energetic atmosphere typical of major Japanese marathons. Well-marked with abundant aid stations and water points throughout the route.
Course Facts
Weather on Race Day
25°C
Temperature
72%
Humidity
35%
Rain Chance
August in Sapporo brings warm summer conditions with moderate humidity. Runners should expect temperatures in the mid-20s Celsius with occasional rain showers; cooling winds from surrounding mountains help mitigate heat stress.
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