Beijing Marathon
Beijing, China · Sunday 2 November 2025
Beijing Marathon is a prestigious event held in Beijing, China, attracting thousands of participants from around the world. The course takes runners through the historic city, passing iconic landmarks such as the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. The event features a challenging route with significant elevation changes, providing a true test of endurance for participants.\n\nWith its well-organized logistics and enthusiastic community support, this marathon is a must-do for serious runners se
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Adjusted Time
3:52:02
Time difference: -8.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain102m
Elevation High62m
Elevation Low41m
Weather Forecast
High14°C
Low5°C
Chance of Rain0%
Beijing Marathon 2025 Course Analysis
Beijing Marathon is a full marathon held in Beijing, China, scheduled for Sunday 2 November 2025. The course is run on road surface with 102m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 62m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Beijing Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 102m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 41m to 62m above sea level (21m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 5°C to 14°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
Beijing 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.
How Difficult Is Beijing Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for Beijing Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Beijing Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.