BOSTON -- Organizers of the Boston Marathon hoped Sunday that the worst of the Nor'easter will have passed by race time, but continued to warn runners that they participate in the race at their own risk.

"We are concerned that predicted weather conditions will increase the runners' risks for a condition called hypothermia," the Boston Athletic Association said in a statement posted on its Web site.

The April Nor'easter was expected to be at its worst between 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon and 3 a.m. Monday morning. Winds gusting to 60 mph and 2- to-5 inches of rain were forecast.

The marathon is scheduled to start at 10 a.m.

"However, the wind and rain should be winding down by race time," said StormTrak 5 meteorologist Joe Venuti.

Cold and damp weather was expected to continue throughout the race.

"It is your responsibility to be informed about the risks associated with running in the aforementioned conditions, and the risks of injury or illness will increase with these predicted conditions," the BAA said.

The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency met Saturday and briefly considered canceling the race, said spokesman Peter Judge.

Along the race route, the BAA is adding extra buses and tents to keep runners and workers warm. Runners were also advised to wear clothing appropriate for a cold, rainy and windy day.