Louisiana Marathon
Baton Rouge, United States of America · Tuesday 29 June 2027
The event takes place in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with the start and finish located in the downtown area near the Mississippi River, specifically at 660 N. 4th St. The marathon course travels through the city, including the Louisiana State University (LSU) campus, the LSU Lakes, and several historic neighborhoods, offering views of landmarks such as Tiger Stadium, the Old Governor's Mansion, and the Old State Capitol building. The course is a 26.2-mile loop that is mostly flat, with 93.
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Adjusted Time
4:22:49
Time difference: +22.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain56m
Elevation High17m
Elevation Low7m
Weather Forecast
High35°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Louisiana Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 79% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Louisiana Marathon plays about 23 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #242 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #136 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:13:29 | +13:29 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:48:00 | +18:00 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:22:49 | +22:49 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:57:55 | +27:55 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:33:17 | +33:17 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:08:55 | +38:55 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:44:46 | +44:46 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Louisiana Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Louisiana Marathon is a full marathon held in Baton Rouge, United States of America. It is scheduled for Tuesday 29 June 2027. The course is run on road surface with 56m of total climbing, with its high point near 17m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Louisiana Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 56m 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.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 35°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 low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Louisiana 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 Louisiana Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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