Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Poughkeepsie, United States of America · Sunday 2 May 2027
The Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson is a USATF-certified, Boston Qualifier event set in New York's Hudson Valley region. The course was designed to showcase some of the area's most notable features, beginning on the Highland side at the entrance to the Hudson Valley Rail Trail and continuing onto the Dutchess Rail Trail in Poughkeepsie.
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Adjusted Time
3:54:15
Time difference: -5.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain132m
Elevation High86m
Elevation Low49m
Weather Forecast
High13°C
Low2°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson?
Easyharder than 12% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson plays about 1 minute faster than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #1017 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #484 of 576 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 Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson?
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 Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:54:29 | −05:31 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:24:22 | −05:38 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:15 | −05:45 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:24:08 | −05:52 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:54:01 | −05:59 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:23:54 | −06:06 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:53:46 | −06:14 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson 2027 Course Analysis
Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson is a full marathon held in Poughkeepsie, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 2 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 132m of total climbing, with its high point near 86m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson website.
Elevation Profile
With 132m 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 May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between 2°C and 13°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a low chance of rain (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson 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 Hudson Valley Marathon at the Walkway Over the Hudson against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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