
Honolulu, United States of America · Sunday 13 December 2026
The marathon route follows a 26.2-mile loop through urban and coastal Honolulu, beginning at sea level in Ala Moana Beach Park and finishing in Kapiolani Park near Diamond Head. The course is characterized by an overall elevation gain of approximately 457€“641 feet, with the highest point reaching around 126€“132 feet above sea level.
Adjusted Time
4:13:18
Time difference: +13.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, Honolulu Marathon plays about 15 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #306 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #162 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 Honolulu Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:07:03 | +07:03 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:40:05 | +10:05 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:13:18 | +13:18 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:46:44 | +16:44 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:20:21 | +20:21 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:54:09 | +24:09 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:28:06 | +28:06 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Honolulu Marathon is a full marathon held in Honolulu, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 13 December 2026. The course is run on road surface with 98m of total climbing, with its high point near 33m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Honolulu Marathon website.
This is a very flat course, with only 98m 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 December, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 24°C and 27°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 high chance of rain (54%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Honolulu 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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