
Lincoln, United States of America · Monday 20 September 2027
The Great Lincoln Marathon takes place in Lincoln, Nebraska, a city in the American heartland with a straightforward charm. The setting reflects the landscape of the Great Plains, offering wide open spaces and the genuine character of the Midwest. Lincoln provides the kind of authentic small-to-mid-sized city atmosphere where locals come out to support runners, and the September timing means you'll experience pleasant early fall weather rather than the brutal heat of summer racing season. The course itself is refreshingly honest. Runners will find flat to gently rolling terrain throughout the 42.2 kilometers, with no significant elevation changes to contend with. This is the kind of course that rewards consistent pacing and lets you focus on execution rather than strategizing around major climbs or descents. The road surface and straightforward layout make it accessible for runners chasing time goals, though the openness of the course means limited shade in places. Expect a course that doesn't trick you or throw surprises your way, which is exactly what some marathoners are looking for when they want to run their own race without fighting the terrain.
Adjusted Time
3:55:34
Time difference: -4.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
We don't yet have verified elevation data for this course, so we can't rate its difficulty against other marathons. Our data pipeline backfills course elevation continuously - check back soon.
Great Lincoln Marathon is a full marathon held in Lincoln, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 20 September 2027. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total climbing, with its high point near 0m above sea level.
This is a very flat course, with only 0m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 17°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 (12%), so dry conditions are likely.
Great Lincoln 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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