Cape Cod Marathon
Falmouth, United States of America · Sunday 11 October 2026
The Cape Cod Marathon is held annually in Falmouth, Massachusetts, typically in late October. The full marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifying race, as well as the accompanying half marathon and 5K events, all start and finish at Mullen Hall School on Katharine Lee Bates Road. The course follows a scenic and mostly coastal route along the Falmouth coastline, offering extensive views of Nantucket Sound and Martha's Vineyard.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:58:55
Time difference: -1.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain136m
Elevation High16m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High16°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain93%
How hard is Cape Cod Marathon?
Moderateharder than 36% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Cape Cod Marathon plays about 3 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #731 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #357 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Cape Cod Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Cape Cod Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:57:29 | −02:31 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:28:10 | −01:50 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:58:55 | −01:05 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:29:43 | −00:17 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:00:34 | +00:34 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:31:28 | +01:28 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:02:25 | +02:25 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Cape Cod Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Cape Cod Marathon is a full marathon held in Falmouth, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 11 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 136m of total climbing, with its high point near 16m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Cape Cod Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 136m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 12°C to 16°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a high chance of rain (93%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Cape Cod Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Cape Cod Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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