The Patagonian International Marathon® returns on Saturday, September 5, 2026, offering a once-in-a-lifetime running experience in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, Chile. Set at 51° south latitude in the breathtaking landscapes of Western Patagonia, runners can choose from the marathon (42K), half marathon (21K), or 10K, each weaving through dramatic mountain vistas, glacial rivers, and pristine Patagonian wilderness.
Since its inaugural race in 2012, the event has drawn over 7,000 runners from more than 78 countries, uniting a global community of adventurers eager to face Patagonia’s sometimes wild and unpredictable weather. Whether chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the surreal scenery, every step of this race is a journey through one of the world’s most remote and spectacular landscapes.
Races Offered
10K
Sep 05, 2026
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10K
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09:30
Marathon
Sep 05, 2026
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42.2K
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09:30
21K
Sep 05, 2026
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21.1K
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10:30
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Punta Arenas.
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1.9° / 6.7°
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-5.0° / 0.2°
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Avg sunshine hours
7h 6m
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Avg rainfall
1.3 mm
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Avg snowfall
0.2 cm
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Avg wind speed
24.1 km/h (Moderate breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (3.5)
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Humidity
75.1%
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Sunrise
07:46
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Sunset
19:30
About Punta Arenas
Learn more about the host city, Punta Arenas.
Punta Arenas is the regional capital of the Magallanes y Antártica Region, in Chilean Patagonia, one of the southernmost cities in the world. It's the largest city in Chilean Patagonia, and has developed into a tourist center in far southern America rivaling Ushuaia in Argentina. It's an important starting point for trips to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands.
