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Jumla Rara Ultra Marathon

Name: Jumla Rara Ultra Marathon
Start: 2026-05-09
End: 2026-05-09
Location: Chandannath

Chandannath, Karnali, Nepal

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About the Event

Ascend from the highland bustle to pristine alpine serenity in the 7th Jumla Rara Ultra Marathon on Saturday, 9th May 2026. This prime Nepalese trail running adventure, organised by the Karnali Sports Club, charts a breathtaking 51km course from Jumla Bazaar (2305m) to the shimmering shores of Rara Lake (2990m), Nepal's largest lake. More than a race, it's a profound journey through the cultural and natural heart of the Karnali region, supported by the legacy of legendary runner Hari Rokaya. Challenge your limits on trails that weave through alpine forests and traditional villages, where every strenuous climb is rewarded with unparalleled Himalayan vistas. Join a unique celebration of community, athleticism, and the raw beauty of Nepal's far west—an authentic ultra-marathon experience far from the beaten track. Secure your place in an event that doesn't just test endurance, but transforms it into a lifelong memory.

Races Offered

High Mountain 51km

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 51K

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Type — Running

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06:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Chandannath.

thermostat Temperature

0.6° / 14.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

-2.4° / 11.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 45m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

5.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.2)

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70.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:23

nightlight Sunset

19:00

About Chandannath

Learn more about the host city, Chandannath.

Chandannath is a municipality in Jumla District in the Karnali Province of Nepal. The municipality was established on 18 May 2014 by merging the existing Mahat Gaun, Talium, Kartik Swami (Jumla), and Chandannath village development committees (VDCs). At the time of the 1991 Nepal census, it had a population of 5,842 persons living in 1,000 individual households.

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