Maine Marathon
Portland, United States of America · Saturday 26 September 2026
The Maine Marathon is a long-distance road race held annually in Portland, Maine, typically in early October. The event features a marathon, half marathon, and relay, and is among New England's longest-running marathons, having been established in 1979. The marathon course starts and finishes at Portland's Back Cove along Baxter Boulevard, forming an out-and-back route that extends north toward Yarmouth.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:06:05
Time difference: +6.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain262m
Elevation High51m
Elevation Low3m
Weather Forecast
High19°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain1%
How hard is Maine Marathon?
Difficultharder than 63% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Maine Marathon plays about 9 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #424 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #217 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 Maine 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 Maine Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:01:22 | +01:22 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:33:37 | +03:37 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:06:05 | +06:05 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:38:46 | +08:46 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:11:39 | +11:39 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:44:44 | +14:44 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:17:59 | +17:59 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Maine Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Maine Marathon is a full marathon held in Portland, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 26 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 262m of total climbing, with its high point near 51m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Maine Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 262m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 11°C to 19°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 (1%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Maine 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 Maine Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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