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Boston Weather
Michele "1L" Keane Sun Mar 25, 2012 4:43 pm
I know that it is way too early to start obsessing (or is it?), but today on our run (with the ATC women and men), the consensus is that Boston will be warm - warmer than the latest warm year (04?) - so everyone need be prepared. What say you all???
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Re: Boston Weather
Chris M Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:19 pm
Mike MacLellan wrote:Define "warm"
55+ degrees at the start.
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Re: Boston Weather
Gobbles Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:18 pm
Chris M wrote:Mike MacLellan wrote:Define "warm"
55+ degrees at the start.
That is about right.
If it is warmer than that...Might just be a "victory" lap.
If the weather allows, going for broke...
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Re: Boston Weather
JohnP Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:19 pm
For once, the decision to run is out of my hands. I am running this thing even if it's 80 degrees. That said, it will be disappointing to need to scale back after months of training but iwarm weather marathons have happened so many times to me that I'll be ready for it. Since it starts at 10:30-11:00 AM, I assume it will warm up more than many marathons I am used to which start at 7:30 AM.
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Re: Boston Weather
Michele "1L" Keane Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:33 pm
Ok, the consensus was high 60s by the 10 am start. Sorry.
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Re: Boston Weather
mountandog Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:37 pm
oh you guys - taper madness doesn't start until tomorrow!!
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Re: Boston Weather
fostever Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:51 pm
YES it is way TOO EARLY. This winter trended warm but no reason to start obsessing yet for cry'in out loud!
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Re: Boston Weather
Mike MacLellan Tue Mar 27, 2012 12:13 am
High 60s? FML. I'm walking it. Why did I move to a place where we have winter?! I would've been ready for mid-80s had I been training down south...
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Re: Boston Weather
Dave-O Tue Mar 27, 2012 3:36 pm
This thread is hilarious. And I will continue to enjoy following it.
That being said, I hope for great weather for Boston. (I just like following the angst.)
That being said, I hope for great weather for Boston. (I just like following the angst.)
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Re: Boston Weather
Martin VW Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:09 am
So, since last week's heat wave sparked discussions about a warm race, should we discuss the odds of a 2007-type Nor'easter given tomorrow's predicted snowfall? 
As beautiful as it was up here last week, this week has been lousy. Windy, grey and cold.
According to WeatherSpark, historically at this time of year, only half of the difference between the overnight low and the high has been gained by 10AM, and the daily high isn't reached until 3 PM. Something to bear in mind when we get closer to having accurate weather predictions.
Historically, April 16th shows a 50% chance of the temp at 10 AM being between 44 and 53, and an 80% probablility of being between 42 and 59. Now, Chris, before you get all weird about the possibility of it being 59, your math god namesake would be quick to remind you that it is equally possible that it will be 42 as 59, and every point in between.
You can see the data here http://weatherspark.com/averages/29794/4/16/Boston-Massachusetts-United-States
My bigger concern is the wind. I ran from Hopkinton to Cleveland Circle last weekend into probably a 10 MPH "breeze" out of the Northeast. Absolutely the worst possible direction. And last night, a cold 10 MPH wind with 25 MPH gusts probably cost me a good 10 - 15 seconds per mile when I ran with it 3/4 to my back on the way out than 3/4 into it on the way home. An absolutely brutal wind off the water at the New Bedford Half added 20 seconds - and 2 BPM.
I'm waiting until race day to establish my goals and final pace strategy.
As beautiful as it was up here last week, this week has been lousy. Windy, grey and cold.
According to WeatherSpark, historically at this time of year, only half of the difference between the overnight low and the high has been gained by 10AM, and the daily high isn't reached until 3 PM. Something to bear in mind when we get closer to having accurate weather predictions.
Historically, April 16th shows a 50% chance of the temp at 10 AM being between 44 and 53, and an 80% probablility of being between 42 and 59. Now, Chris, before you get all weird about the possibility of it being 59, your math god namesake would be quick to remind you that it is equally possible that it will be 42 as 59, and every point in between.
You can see the data here http://weatherspark.com/averages/29794/4/16/Boston-Massachusetts-United-States
My bigger concern is the wind. I ran from Hopkinton to Cleveland Circle last weekend into probably a 10 MPH "breeze" out of the Northeast. Absolutely the worst possible direction. And last night, a cold 10 MPH wind with 25 MPH gusts probably cost me a good 10 - 15 seconds per mile when I ran with it 3/4 to my back on the way out than 3/4 into it on the way home. An absolutely brutal wind off the water at the New Bedford Half added 20 seconds - and 2 BPM.
I'm waiting until race day to establish my goals and final pace strategy.
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Re: Boston Weather
Michele "1L" Keane Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:44 am
I'll take 59F as it felt downright cold this morning at that temperature!!! And VW, I'll take a nor'easter over 80s even with a wind 
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Re: Boston Weather
Jerry Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:46 am
Rather than worry about something you can't control, you are better off to read Jerry's race report. 
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Re: Boston Weather
mountandog Fri Mar 30, 2012 5:09 pm
I found my Boston weather - unfortunately it was three weeks early and in Michigan. 12 mile run this past Thu was 55 degrees with a 10 mph westerly. Awesome.
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Re: Boston Weather
Ben Z Fri Mar 30, 2012 5:49 pm
All I know is if you SOBs get a ridiculous tailwind again I am going to be pissed.
OK, I kid, I kid...or do I?
I have a buddy, a wee bit faster than me, who ran Boston and Grandma's last year and got perfect weather, with a tailwind, for both. He went on to PR in both races and now I'm chasing him.
I know I should be happy for him but...
OK, I kid, I kid...or do I?
I have a buddy, a wee bit faster than me, who ran Boston and Grandma's last year and got perfect weather, with a tailwind, for both. He went on to PR in both races and now I'm chasing him.
I know I should be happy for him but...
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Re: Boston Weather
Schuey Fri Mar 30, 2012 8:25 pm
I get a kick out of all the weather threads before all marathons. Sure I would always love the idea weather to run in but there is nothing I or any of use can do about the weather so why stress over it. All that does is waste time and energy and only subtracts from the energy that should be invested in positive thoughts about training. And even if the weather is not idea I never look at it as wasted training come race day.
That is why I believe in the 100% effort on race day that way no matter what the weather is like or how I'm feeling if I give it 100% I always walk a way with a smile on my face! Don't get me wrong I have time goals but that is all they are goals you never know what may transpire on race therefore give it 100% and you just might surprise yourself with the outcome!
As for Boston if it is Hot this what a difference 6 years makes. The first time I ran this race in 2007 they came within a hour of canceling the race for the first time in its history do to power lines that were fallen across the course due to a little storm Boston was having that year!
That is why I believe in the 100% effort on race day that way no matter what the weather is like or how I'm feeling if I give it 100% I always walk a way with a smile on my face! Don't get me wrong I have time goals but that is all they are goals you never know what may transpire on race therefore give it 100% and you just might surprise yourself with the outcome!
As for Boston if it is Hot this what a difference 6 years makes. The first time I ran this race in 2007 they came within a hour of canceling the race for the first time in its history do to power lines that were fallen across the course due to a little storm Boston was having that year!
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Re: Boston Weather
Mark B Sat Mar 31, 2012 1:37 pm
Schuey wrote:I get a kick out of all the weather threads before all marathons. Sure I would always love the idea weather to run in but there is nothing I or any of use can do about the weather so why stress over it. All that does is waste time and energy and only subtracts from the energy that should be invested in positive thoughts about training. And even if the weather is not idea I never look at it as wasted training come race day.
That is why I believe in the 100% effort on race day that way no matter what the weather is like or how I'm feeling if I give it 100% I always walk a way with a smile on my face! Don't get me wrong I have time goals but that is all they are goals you never know what may transpire on race therefore give it 100% and you just might surprise yourself with the outcome!
As for Boston if it is Hot this what a difference 6 years makes. The first time I ran this race in 2007 they came within a hour of canceling the race for the first time in its history do to power lines that were fallen across the course due to a little storm Boston was having that year!
No, Schuey! Don't discourage them from freaking out over the erratic weather of Boston in springtime. It's hugely entertaining for those of us watching from afar.
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Re: Boston Weather
mountandog Wed Apr 04, 2012 11:45 am
ok Michele, only 3 more days until you have the official 10 day forecast.
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Re: Boston Weather
Michele "1L" Keane Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:25 pm
mountandog wrote:ok Michele, only 3 more days until you have the official 10 day forecast.
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Re: Boston Weather
Jerry Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:42 pm
I just remember the year I was not there, it was cold and raining.
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Re: Boston Weather
Gobbles Thu Apr 05, 2012 4:57 pm
After running the last two days in >80 deg weather ...I hope it is a bit cooler. 
...I hope it is a bit cooler.
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Re: Boston Weather
Mike MacLellan Sun Apr 08, 2012 10:32 am
As of today, accuweather.com is putting it at a high of 59, low 50, rain. Not gonna lie, I wouldn't mind that too much.
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Re: Boston Weather
mountandog Mon Apr 09, 2012 10:07 am
Gobbles wrote:After running the last two days in >80 deg weather...I hope it is a bit cooler.
spent this past wkend in ATL. What heat? It was nice running. Better than Michigan.
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Re: Boston Weather
Gobbles Mon Apr 09, 2012 10:35 am
mountandog wrote:Gobbles wrote:After running the last two days in >80 deg weather
spent this past wkend in ATL. What heat? It was nice running. Better than Michigan.
Sure, you show up and we have good weather. I was dying in the heat Tuesday/Wednesday 80+, and wore gloves and a hat on Saturday and Sunday (low 40s); aka great race weather! Friday was spectacular!
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