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Thimphu Marathon

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Thimphu, Chhukha, Bhutan

calendar_today 19 Sep, 2026

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Thimphu Marathon

About the Event

Embark on a transformative journey in the heart of the Himalayas at the Thimphu Marathon on Saturday, 19 September 2026. This second edition is more than a race; it's a global movement for peace and mindfulness, set against Bhutan's majestic mountains and guided by the nation's philosophy of Gross National Happiness. Choose your challenge from five distances: the ultimate high-altitude 42.195 km Marathon, the scenic Half Marathon, the community-focused 10 km Peace Run, the family-friendly 5 km Green Run, or the mindful 2.5 km Memorial Run. Each step through the serene valleys and cultural landmarks of the capital city supports environmental awareness and sustainable, high-value tourism. Experience the unique blend of physical endurance, spiritual discovery, and warm Bhutanese hospitality in an event that champions a mindful, peaceful, and interconnected world.

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10K

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2.5K

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5K

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Half Marathon

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Distance — 21.1K

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Marathon

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Distance — 42.2K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Thimphu.

thermostat Temperature
13.3° / 21.5°
wb_sunny Feels like
13.5° / 22.0°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
9h 29m
water_drop Avg rainfall
12.3 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
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air Avg wind speed
3.3 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
High (6.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
86.6%
wb_twilight Sunrise
05:46
nightlight Sunset
18:05

About Thimphu

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Thimphu is the capital of the Kingdom of Bhutan, and with a population of around 115,000 (2017), it is the nation's largest city.

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