
Hanover, United States of America · Sunday 18 October 2026
The CHaD Half Marathon offers a scenic and meaningful race experience in the Upper Valley region of New Hampshire and Vermont. The course traverses a mix of paved roads and gravel paths, with challenging elevation changes that reward runners with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. What sets this race apart is its commitment to supporting the Children's Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock (CHaD).
Adjusted Time
1:53:39
Time difference: +8.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, CHaD Half Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #98 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #29 of 145 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On CHaD Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:36:25 | +06:25 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:53:39 | +08:39 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:11:04 | +11:04 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:28:39 | +13:39 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:46:24 | +16:24 |
| 2:45:00 | 3:04:18 | +19:18 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:22:20 | +22:20 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
CHaD Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Hanover, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 18 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 299m of total climbing, with its high point near 285m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official CHaD Half Marathon website.
With 299m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course, ranging between roughly 120m and 285m above sea level. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 10°C and 24°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a high chance of rain (63%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
CHaD Half 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.
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