IRONMAN Dhofar
IRONMAN 70.3 Dhofar on 24 October 2026 races at Salalah on Oman's southern coast: 1.9 km in the Arabian Sea, 90 km on flat desert roads, and a 21.1 km coastal run.
Late October sits just after the khareef, the monsoon that turns this corner of Oman green between June and September. What you get at this date is the tail of it: warm, humid air and a landscape that is unexpectedly not desert-coloured, on a course that is otherwise open and shadeless.
The bike is flat, straight and quiet, with long sections and very little to look at. It is a good course for holding a number and a bad one if you need terrain to stay engaged.
Salalah has direct flights from Muscat and a few Gulf hubs, and the race is small by IRONMAN standards. That means short queues at registration and a thin field around you for large parts of the bike.
Who it's for
Built for experienced triathlon athletes.
Good fit if you…
- are experienced in triathlon and want a hard race
- want a well-known, high-status race
Maybe not if you…
- are brand-new to triathlon: start with something shorter
What should you know about IRONMAN Dhofar?
- Date
- Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Format
- Half / 70.3
- Water temp
- 26.6°C · 80°F
Need to know
When is IRONMAN Dhofar 2026?
IRONMAN Dhofar takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026. Dates can move year to year, so confirm the exact day on the official race page before you book travel.
How do you register for IRONMAN Dhofar?
Where does IRONMAN Dhofar take place?
Salalah, Oman
FAQs
What do athletes ask about IRONMAN Dhofar?
Where is IRONMAN Dhofar held?
IRONMAN Dhofar is held in Salalah, OM. The race page has the venue location and a map, and links straight through to the official site for the precise start area.
What distances can you race at IRONMAN Dhofar?
IRONMAN Dhofar offers Half / 70.3. The Half / 70.3 is a 1.9 km swim, 90 km bike and 21.1 km run. Pick your distance and enter on the official site. Each format usually has its own start wave and cut-offs.
How hard is IRONMAN Dhofar?
IRONMAN Dhofar is rated competitive (4/5) for difficulty on FindMyNextRace, based on its distance, terrain, and the level of the field. Use that as a guide and match it to your current fitness before you commit.
What's the water temperature at IRONMAN Dhofar?
The swim at IRONMAN Dhofar is around 26.6°C (80°F), based on the official average for the venue. Water temperature drives wetsuit rules, so check the organiser's current wetsuit policy before race day.
How do I enter IRONMAN Dhofar?
You enter IRONMAN Dhofar through the official organiser. Registration is handled on their site, and FindMyNextRace links you straight there. Places for popular editions can sell out early, so register as soon as entry opens.
Is IRONMAN Dhofar part of a race series?
Yes, IRONMAN Dhofar is part of the IRONMAN series. Series events often share a qualification, points, or championship pathway, so if you're chasing the series, check how this race fits its calendar.
How should I train for IRONMAN Dhofar?
Training for IRONMAN Dhofar depends on your target distance and current fitness. Most athletes follow a structured block of 12–20 weeks for a Half / 70.3 effort. Build a plan tailored to your race date and level with AI Training Plan (https://aitrainingplan.app).
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