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Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km 2027
- Race day
- Wednesday, 20 January 2027
- Location
- Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool, Australia
- Distance
- 1.55 mi / 2.5 km
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km: 20 January 2027, 1.55 miles, from Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool. Entry, route, a pace chart and the race-day forecast.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Race Timeline
132 days to go
More than 42 days out — a good window to build a consistent base before 1.55-mile-specific training ramps up.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km 2027: quick answers
When is Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km 2027?
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km 2027 takes place on Wednesday, 20 January 2027.
Where does Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km start?
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km starts at Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km?
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km is 1.55 miles (2.5km).
How much does Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km cost to enter?
$5 (single entrant) – $10 family (2 adults + up to 4 children) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Wednesday, 20 January 2027
- Distance
- 1.55 miles / 2.5km
- Location
- Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool, Australia
- Start Point
- Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool
- Surface
- Road/Path (park loop)
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, start time, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
$5 (single entrant) – $10 family (2 adults + up to 4 children) — confirm the current price on the organiser's own site before entering.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Warrnambool Athletics Club.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Race Day Weather
A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: road/path (park loop).
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool
Start line.
Where Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km starts and finishes
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km starts at Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Route Breakdown
Both distances start and finish at Jetty Flat Reserve, following a smooth 2.5km loop that winds through the parkland and along well‑maintained paths. The 5km runners complete two laps, while the 2.5km participants enjoy a single circuit. The course is flat and easy to navigate, offering scenic views of the reserve’s green spaces and a welcoming community atmosphere. Timing is handled with iPad‑based Webscorer, ensuring accurate results for all participants.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Pace Calculator & Splits
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
2:34:50
Average pace / km
1:36:13
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 1:56:08 | 1:12:10 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 2:05:48 | 1:18:10 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 2:15:29 | 1:24:11 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 2:25:10 | 1:30:12 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 2:34:50 | 1:36:13 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 2:44:31 | 1:42:14 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 2:54:12 | 1:48:14 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 3:03:52 | 1:54:15 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 3:13:33 | 2:00:16 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 3:32:54 | 2:12:18 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 3:52:15 | 2:24:19 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 4:11:37 | 2:36:21 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 4:30:58 | 2:48:22 | 7:00:00 |
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km finish
11:58
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
Training for a different distance? Try the full pace calculator, race time predictor or pace chart.
Got your target time? Save it to your profile.
Tag Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km, set your goal pace, and let Verus track your countdown, training and fundraising in one place.
Start Your Verus JourneyWarrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 1.55-mile race. Combine a weekly long run with threshold work so you can hold pace over the full distance.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Ease off mileage in the final week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Jetty Flat Reserve, Warrnambool fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
1.55-Mile Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
No on-course fuel is needed at this distance for most runners — water stations are the usual provision.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Charity Places 2027
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
Running Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusWarrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Warrnambool Summer Series 3 2.5km site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.