Maratón Medellin
Medellín, Colombia · Sunday 7 September 2025
Maratón Medellín is one of Colombia's most iconic sporting events, held annually in September. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, 10 km, and 5 km distances, making it accessible to runners of all levels. Medellín's vibrant cityscape, surrounded by mountains and green landscapes, provides a scenic and inspiring backdrop for the race.\n\nThe event has become a symbol of effort, passion, and excellence in Colombia, attracting thousands of runners each year. Participants can enjoy the
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Adjusted Time
4:14:23
Time difference: +14.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain403m
Elevation High1612m
Elevation Low1466m
Weather Forecast
High24°C
Low15°C
Chance of Rain0%
Maratón Medellin 2025 Course Analysis
Maratón Medellin is a full marathon held in Medellín, Colombia, scheduled for Sunday 7 September 2025. The course is run on road surface with 403m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 1612m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Maratón Medellin website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 403m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from 1466m to as high as 1612m above sea level — a substantial 146m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 15°C and 24°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Maratón Medellin is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
How Difficult Is Maratón Medellin?
Our difficulty rating for Maratón Medellin is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Maratón Medellin against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.