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Socotra Challenge

Name: Socotra Challenge
Start: 2026-01-20
End: 2026-01-27
Location: Socotra

location_city Socotra

flag Yemen

calendar_today 20 Jan, 2026 – 27 Jan, 2026

directions_run Running

language Official Website

About the Event

Embark on a true expedition to the "Galapagos of the Indian Ocean" with the Socotra Challenge from January 20-27, 2026. This multi-day adventure running event on Yemen's remote Socotra Island is a unique opportunity for athletes seeking to complete the 'Y' in their A-Z of marathon countries. Run a full or half marathon, 10K, and aquathlon amidst alien landscapes, iconic Dragon's Blood Trees, and pristine beaches on a journey that blends extreme sport with unparalleled cultural and ecological discovery.

Races Offered

Socotra International 10km

Jan 21, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Trail running

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20 days remaining

Socotra International Half Marathon

Jan 21, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Trail running

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20 days remaining

Socotra International Marathon

Jan 21, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Trail running

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20 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Socotra.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 17.2° / 27.2°

wb_sunny 17.7° / 25.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.8 /

water_drop 72.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 17.2° / 27.2°

wb_sunny 17.7° / 25.8°

air 10.8 km/h

water_drop 72.6%

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