Death Valley Marathon
Stovepipe Wells, United States of America · Sunday 7 February 2027
Runners in this marathon encounter a distinctive and challenging environment characterized by vast, desolate desert terrain and elevations entirely below sea level, with the starting line at Furnace Creek Ranch sitting near 282 feet beneath the ocean's surface the lowest spot in the Western Hemisphere. The marathon follows an out-and-back configuration along a 6.
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Adjusted Time
4:01:48
Time difference: +1.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain170m
Elevation High0m
Elevation Low0m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low10°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Death Valley Marathon?
Moderateharder than 46% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Death Valley Marathon plays about 5 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #616 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #330 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 Death Valley 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 Death Valley Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:59:09 | −00:51 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:30:25 | +00:25 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:01:48 | +01:48 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:33:18 | +03:18 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:04:54 | +04:54 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:36:35 | +06:35 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:08:22 | +08:22 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Death Valley Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Death Valley Marathon is a full marathon held in Stovepipe Wells, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 7 February 2027. The course is run on road surface with 170m of total climbing, with its high point near 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Death Valley Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 170m 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 February, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 10°C and 21°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Death Valley 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 Death Valley Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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