Marshall University Marathon
Huntington, United States of America · Sunday 30 May 2027
This marathon features a mostly flat, fast course comprised of multiple loops on paved city streets. The route begins near the university's football stadium and passes through downtown Huntington, with runners traversing Pullman Square, skirting the Ohio River, and looping through leafy Ritter Park. The course's design minimizes elevation gain, contributing to its reputation as a suitable qualifying race for the Boston Marathon.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:03:02
Time difference: +3.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain108m
Elevation High173m
Elevation Low162m
Weather Forecast
High26°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Marshall University Marathon?
Moderateharder than 54% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Marshall University Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #526 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #270 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 Marshall University 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 Marshall University Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:19 | +00:19 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:31:38 | +01:38 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:02 | +03:02 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:34:30 | +04:30 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:06:04 | +06:04 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:37:42 | +07:42 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:09:25 | +09:25 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Marshall University Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Marshall University Marathon is a full marathon held in Huntington, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 30 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 108m of total climbing, with its high point near 173m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marshall University Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 108m 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 13°C and 26°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Marshall University 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.
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