2 weeks Ago By The Oklahoman
This weekend marks another year for the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon, but many racers on Saturday and Sunday may find themselves running in the rain. Temperatures on Saturday, April 26, are forecast to stay in the 60s, with the peak at 69 degrees at 6 p.m.
However on Sunday, April 27, temperatures will range between 61 degrees and 78 degrees, with the peak at 4 p.m. Rain is expected on both days.
The National Weather Service forecasts at most a 90% chance on Saturday and up to a 70% chance on Sunday. AccuWeather further details that Saturday will bear the brunt of the rain, with four hours of rain expected, followed by no more than two hours on Sunday. The NWS further predicts that Oklahoma City will not see more than a quarter inch at a time on Saturday, with most coming before noon.
Sunday’s rain outlook appears to have no more than a tenth of an inch. Tips for running marathons in the rain Running in the rain can be difficult for anyone, especially if you haven’t prepared accordingly. Here are a couple of tips for completing a marathon, 5K, or any race in the rain.
Rain poncho and maybe a hat Consider grabbing a plastic rain poncho to not only protect your body from the rain, but it may help maintain some warmth, which you may need if you’re running in 60-degree weather. Wearing a hat or head cover can block some of the rain from hitting your face, which can break your focus or become another battle to fix. Bring a race-day bag that stays dry Marathoners say that in the rain, you could need anything from a fresh pair of socks to hand warmers.
Having a small bag, such as a fanny pack or something that can hold all your warm items and stay dry, can be essential for completing a marathon. Avoid cotton and loose clothes Cotton material absorbs water, and as a result, it often becomes heavier. Instead, you may want to consider clothes that are form-fitting and moisture-wicking to avoid having your clothes tracking.
When are roads going to be closed for the marathon? Road closures depend on the race. The April 26 5K will have some road closures from 5 to 6:50 a.m.
and is expected to reopen by 9:05 a.m. On April 27, you can expect closures starting at 4:30 for the half, quarter and full marathons.
This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OKC marathon weather could include rain: See Saturday, Sunday forecast.
