Chattanooga Marathon
Chattanooga, United States of America · Monday 29 March 2027
The Chattanooga Marathon is held in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with the race scheduled annually in early March; in 2026, it occurs on Sunday, March 29 and starts at 7:30 am from First Horizon Pavilion. The event takes place on a USATF-certified, 26.2-mile course with an approximate elevation gain of 1,200 feet, and is designed primarily on road and pavement surfaces, following a multiple loop format over rolling hills.
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Adjusted Time
4:04:29
Time difference: +4.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain242m
Elevation High235m
Elevation Low195m
Weather Forecast
High20°C
Low8°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Chattanooga Marathon?
Difficultharder than 54% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Chattanooga Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #530 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #283 of 576 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:28 | +00:28 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:32:23 | +02:23 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:04:29 | +04:29 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:36:47 | +06:47 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:09:15 | +09:15 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:41:53 | +11:53 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:14:41 | +14:41 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Chattanooga Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Chattanooga Marathon is a full marathon held in Chattanooga, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 29 March 2027. The course is run on road surface with 242m of total climbing, with its high point near 235m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Chattanooga Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 242m 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 March, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 8°C to 20°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
Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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