Cork City Marathon
Cork, Ireland · Monday 31 May 2027
Cork City Marathon is a prestigious event held annually in Cork, Ireland. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, and 10K, making it accessible to runners of all levels. The course takes participants through the beautiful and unique streetscapes of Cork city and suburbs, offering a scenic tour of historic sites. As a full member of AIMS, the Cork marathon is World Athletics certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier.
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Adjusted Time
3:58:40
Time difference: -1.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain96m
Elevation High30m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High19°C
Low14°C
Chance of Rain14%
How hard is Cork City Marathon?
Moderateharder than 36% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Cork City Marathon plays about 3 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #735 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #7 of 11 in Ireland. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Cork City 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 Cork City Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:57:34 | −02:26 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:28:06 | −01:54 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:58:40 | −01:20 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:29:16 | −00:44 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:59:53 | −00:07 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:30:31 | +00:31 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:01:10 | +01:10 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Cork City Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Cork City Marathon is a full marathon held in Cork, Ireland. It is scheduled for Monday 31 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 96m of total climbing, with its high point near 30m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Cork City Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 96m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 14°C and 19°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 low chance of rain (14%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Cork City 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 Cork City Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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