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IRONMAN New Zealand

Name: IRONMAN New Zealand
Start: 2027-03-06
End: 2027-03-06
Location: Taupo

Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand

calendar_today 06 Mar, 2027

kayaking Multisports

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About the Event

IRONMAN New Zealand promises an unforgettable triathlon experience on March 6, 2027. The journey begins with a 3.8-kilometer swim in the pristine waters of Lake Taupō, surrounded by stunning scenery and cool lake breezes. Participants then transition to their bikes for a challenging yet scenic 180-kilometer ride through some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes. Riders will pass rolling hills, dense forests, and picturesque rural settings as they pedal towards the finish line. The race concludes with a grueling but rewarding marathon run along Lake Taupō’s shoreline, where enthusiastic spectators line the course to cheer on competitors throughout their final push to victory.
IRONMAN New Zealand offers an extraordinary blend of natural beauty and athletic challenge, making it a bucket-list event for triathletes from around the globe.

Races Offered

IRONMAN New Zealand (3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, 42.2 km run)

Mar 06, 2027

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Distance — 226K

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Type — Multisports

timer

145 days remaining

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$ 844.90

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Taupo.

thermostat Temperature

11.0° / 18.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.7° / 15.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 7m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

79.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:13

nightlight Sunset

19:33

About Taupo

Learn more about the host city, Taupo.

Taupō, sometimes written as Taupo, is a town located in the central North Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the north-eastern edge of Lake Taupō, which is the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand. Taupō was constituted as a borough in 1953. It has been the seat of Taupō District Council since the council was formed in 1989.

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IRONMAN New Zealand

About the Event

Races Offered

IRONMAN New Zealand (3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, 42.2 km run)

Weather History

About Taupo

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