Lincoln Marathon
Lincoln, United States of America · Sunday 2 May 2027
The event commonly known as Lincoln Marathon refers to a marathon held annually in Lincoln, Nebraska. The course begins and ends on the campus of the University of Nebraska€“Lincoln and traverses various areas of the city. Runners follow a route that passes landmarks such as the Nebraska State Capitol, Sheridan Boulevard, Union College, the Nebraska County-City Building, and then continues on an out-and-back section to Holmes Park, passing attractions like the Sunken
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Adjusted Time
4:04:24
Time difference: +4.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain158m
Elevation High398m
Elevation Low349m
Weather Forecast
High25°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Lincoln Marathon?
Difficultharder than 55% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Lincoln Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #521 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #277 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:55 | +00:55 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:32:35 | +02:35 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:04:24 | +04:24 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:36:21 | +06:21 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:08:25 | +08:25 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:40:36 | +10:36 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:12:54 | +12:54 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Lincoln Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Lincoln Marathon is a full marathon held in Lincoln, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 2 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 158m of total climbing, with its high point near 398m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Lincoln Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 158m 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. Moderate temperatures between 11°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 low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Lincoln Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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