Med City Marathon
Rochester, United States of America · Sunday 16 May 2027
The Med City Marathon is held annually in Rochester, Minnesota, typically in mid-May, and has been a fixture in the local running community since 1996. The event attracts over 350 participants each year and holds a United States Track and Field (USATF) certification, making it a Boston Marathon qualifying race. The main marathon begins near the Rochester International Airport and traverses a point-to-point route that finishes deep in the heart of downtown Rochester, most recently on 1st Ave SW.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:00:10
Time difference: +0.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain160m
Elevation High390m
Elevation Low297m
Weather Forecast
High23°C
Low7°C
Chance of Rain30%
How hard is Med City Marathon?
Moderateharder than 38% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Med City Marathon plays about 4 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #717 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #372 of 576 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 Med City 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 Med City Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:58:07 | −01:53 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:29:05 | −00:55 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:00:10 | +00:10 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:31:21 | +01:21 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:02:37 | +02:37 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:33:58 | +03:58 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:05:24 | +05:24 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Med City Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Med City Marathon is a full marathon held in Rochester, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 16 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 160m of total climbing, with its high point near 390m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Med City Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 160m 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 7°C and 23°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 moderate chance of rain (30%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Med City 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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