ABP Southampton Marathon
Southampton, United Kingdom · Tuesday 6 April 2027
Southampton's vibrant streets come alive with the ABP Southampton Marathon. This event offers a scenic course that takes runners through the city's historic neighborhoods and along the waterfront, providing stunning views of the Solent. With its well-organized logistics and enthusiastic community support, this marathon is a must-do for those seeking a challenging yet enjoyable race experience in the UK. The event features various distances, including a full marathon, half marathon, and shorte
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Adjusted Time
4:02:10
Time difference: +2.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain350m
Elevation High45m
Elevation Low-2m
Weather Forecast
High17°C
Low6°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is ABP Southampton Marathon?
Moderateharder than 40% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, ABP Southampton Marathon adds about +5 minutes versus a flat, cool road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #749 hardest of 1245 marathons we analyse, and #38 of 58 in United Kingdom. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at ABP Southampton Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on a flat, cool, road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Flat-course time | On ABP Southampton Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:58:01 | −01:59 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:29:54 | −00:06 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:02:10 | +02:10 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:34:47 | +04:47 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:07:42 | +07:42 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:40:55 | +10:55 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:14:23 | +14:23 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
ABP Southampton Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
ABP Southampton Marathon is a full marathon held in Southampton, United Kingdom. It is scheduled for Tuesday 6 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 350m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 45m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official ABP Southampton Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 350m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from -2m to as high as 45m above sea level - a substantial 47m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 6°C to 17°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
ABP Southampton Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
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