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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rebecca Whittaker

London Marathon weather: Reconsider fancy dress, runners warned as temperatures set to soar

Runners have been warned to rethink wearing fancy dress and run at a slower pace for the London Marathon on Sunday as temperatures are set to soar.

Warm and sunny skies are forecast and runners tackling the 26.2 mile course can expect temperatures to reach highs of 22C degrees.

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