Mumbai Marathon
Mumbai, India · Mid-January
Asia's marquee marathon: across the Sea Link bridge and along Marine Drive as the city wakes up. Mostly flat, but the Peddar Road climb arrives twice — and the real opponent after sunrise is the humidity. Bank nothing; run the first half cold and honest.
Course
Elevation gain
100 m
Net elevation
Flat
Finishers
~10,000
Month
January
Mid-January
Race-day weather
Median start temp
20°C
Historical range
17–26°C
Hot-year risk
High
The 5am start is the whole strategy: humid 20°C at the gun, climbing fast once the sun is up.
Getting in
Sells out fast. India's biggest race by far — entries and charity places go quickly for the January date. Official site ↗
Pacing plans for Mumbai Marathon
Course-adjusted splits for every common goal — not flat even splits, but pacing that matches where this course is fast and where it bites.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mumbai Marathon a fast course?
It is not considered a PR course. The course has 100 m of total elevation gain and no net drop. We rate it 4/10 for PR potential.
What is the weather usually like at the Mumbai Marathon?
The median start-line temperature is around 20°C, with a historical range of roughly 17–26°C. The 5am start is the whole strategy: humid 20°C at the gun, climbing fast once the sun is up.
How do you get into the Mumbai Marathon?
Sells out fast. India's biggest race by far — entries and charity places go quickly for the January date.
Is the Mumbai Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes — the Mumbai Marathon is a certified course accepted by the B.A.A. for Boston qualifying times.