Great New York State Marathon
Syracuse, United States of America · Sunday 18 October 2026
The marathon route covers 26.2 miles across five distinct boroughs, beginning on Staten Island and concluding in Manhattan's Central Park. Runners encounter several bridges, with the initial ascent on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge presenting the most significant climb; the course reaches a peak elevation of 260 feet and descends to a low point near 7 feet above sea level, with a cumulative elevation gain of 810 feet and loss of 824 feet.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:08:00
Time difference: +8.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain207m
Elevation High157m
Elevation Low109m
Weather Forecast
High25°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain30%
How hard is Great New York State Marathon?
Difficultharder than 66% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Great New York State Marathon plays about 10 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #387 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #194 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 Great New York State 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 Great New York State Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:02:57 | +02:57 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:35:22 | +05:22 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:08:00 | +08:00 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:40:50 | +10:50 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:13:51 | +13:51 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:47:04 | +17:04 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:20:26 | +20:26 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Great New York State Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Great New York State Marathon is a full marathon held in Syracuse, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 18 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 207m of total climbing, with its high point near 157m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Great New York State Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 207m 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 October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 25°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 moderate chance of rain (30%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Great New York State 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 Great New York State Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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