McAllen Marathon
McAllen, United States of America · Saturday 16 January 2027
The route is characterized by a very flat profile, consisting of multiple loops on paved road surfaces that encourage fast performances and make it an appealing option for runners seeking personal records or Boston Marathon qualification. The course weaves through the neighborhoods of McAllen, Texas, offering stretches beneath tree canopies that provide intermittent shade among residential streets.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:55:22
Time difference: -4.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain59m
Elevation High41m
Elevation Low34m
Weather Forecast
High20°C
Low10°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is McAllen Marathon?
Moderateharder than 20% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, McAllen Marathon plays about 1 minute slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #925 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #444 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 McAllen 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 McAllen Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:55:38 | −04:22 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:25:31 | −04:29 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:55:22 | −04:38 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:25:10 | −04:50 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:54:57 | −05:03 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:24:41 | −05:19 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:54:24 | −05:36 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
McAllen Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
McAllen Marathon is a full marathon held in McAllen, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 16 January 2027. The course is run on road surface with 59m of total climbing, with its high point near 41m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official McAllen Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 59m 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 January, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 10°C to 20°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
McAllen 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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