Deseret News Marathon

Deseret News Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Deseret News Marathon is a full marathon held in Salt Lake City, United States of America. It is scheduled for Friday 24 July 2026. The course is run on road surface with 145m of total climbing and around 1114m of descent (a net drop of roughly 969m), with its high point near 2270m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Deseret News Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a net-downhill course: it descends roughly 969m more than it climbs (145m of ascent against about 1114m of descent), dropping from a high point near 2270m toward 1293m above sea level. Point-to-point downhill courses like this are among the fastest available for a personal best or a Boston qualifier - just be aware that sustained descending fatigues the quads late in the race, so ease off early and do some downhill running in training.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 21°C and 35°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (1%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Road

Deseret News 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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