
Fargo, United States of America · Sunday 30 May 2027
The marathon course is characterized by its exceptionally flat terrain, with only about 30 feet separating the highest and lowest points of the entire route. This minimal elevation change means runners face no significant hills, though a handful of underpasses provide the few gentle inclines and declines to be encountered during the race.
Adjusted Time
4:08:32
Time difference: +8.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, Fargo Marathon plays about 11 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #369 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #189 of 575 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 marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Fargo Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:04:04 | +04:04 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:36:14 | +06:14 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:08:32 | +08:32 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:40:58 | +10:58 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:13:31 | +13:31 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:46:12 | +16:12 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:18:59 | +18:59 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Fargo Marathon is a full marathon held in Fargo, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 30 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 79m of total climbing, with its high point near 277m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Fargo Marathon website.
This is a very flat course, with only 79m 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.
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 19°C and 28°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 (15%), so dry conditions are likely.
Fargo 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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