Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon
Fort Lauderdale, United States of America · Sunday 14 February 2027
The marathon begins in downtown Fort Lauderdale, taking runners through urban streets before heading east toward the ocean. Early portions of the course include a route through a shopping district and a crossing over a bascule bridge, which serves as one of the few mild elevation changes on an otherwise predominantly flat course.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:03:53
Time difference: +3.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain39m
Elevation High4m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High25°C
Low19°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon?
Difficultharder than 56% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #505 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #267 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 Ft. Lauderdale A1A 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 Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:01:18 | +01:18 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:32:34 | +02:34 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:53 | +03:53 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:35:16 | +05:16 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:06:41 | +06:41 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:38:09 | +08:09 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:09:40 | +09:40 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon is a full marathon held in Fort Lauderdale, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 14 February 2027. The course is run on road surface with 39m of total climbing, with its high point near 4m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 39m 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 February, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 19°C and 25°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Ft. Lauderdale A1A 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 Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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