Leeds Half Marathon
Leeds, United Kingdom · Sunday 9 May 2027
Experience the charm, beauty and the heart of Northern England, all within the Leeds Half Marathon! With this athletic destination, chart a course among beauty, community, and spirit! Explore a destination like few others. Welcome to Northern England. What will make you never want to look back? As the course traverses the best of the urban and local, each member who tests their limits will discover connections to the local charm as all come together to find the power of human excellence!
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
1:47:44
Time difference: +2.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain222m
Elevation High146m
Elevation Low34m
Weather Forecast
High13°C
Low6°C
Chance of Rain15%
How hard is Leeds Half Marathon?
Moderateharder than 54% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Leeds Half Marathon plays about 4 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #205 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #45 of 89 in United Kingdom. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Leeds Half Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Leeds Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:31:44 | +01:44 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:47:44 | +02:44 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:03:48 | +03:48 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:19:58 | +04:58 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:36:12 | +06:12 |
| 2:45:00 | 2:52:30 | +07:30 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:08:52 | +08:52 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Leeds Half Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Leeds Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Leeds, United Kingdom. It is scheduled for Sunday 9 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 222m of total climbing, with its high point near 146m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Leeds Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 222m 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. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 6°C to 13°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (15%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Leeds Half 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 Leeds Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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