Media Maratón Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador · Sunday 6 July 2025
A race that blends tropical scenery with urban energy, the Media Maratón Guayaquil takes participants through Ecuador’s largest city, where the course showcases the historic Malecon 2000 waterfront, colonial-era streets, and bustling city districts.\n\nWith heat and humidity adding to the challenge, the early morning start is crucial, but the infectious enthusiasm of the local spectators keeps spirits high. Whether you're drawn by the fast, flat course or the city’s rich culture, this is a race
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Adjusted Time
4:10:48
Time difference: +10.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain67m
Elevation High22m
Elevation Low8m
Weather Forecast
High30°C
Low21°C
Chance of Rain8%
Media Maratón Guayaquil 2025 Course Analysis
Media Maratón Guayaquil is a full marathon held in Guayaquil, Ecuador, scheduled for Sunday 6 July 2025. The course is run on road surface with 67m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 22m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Media Maratón Guayaquil website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 67m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 8m to 22m above sea level — a 14m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 21°C and 30°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in marathon running — research shows that for every degree above 15°C, marathon times slow by approximately 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (8%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Media Maratón Guayaquil 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 Media Maratón Guayaquil?
Our difficulty rating for Media Maratón Guayaquil 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 Media Maratón Guayaquil against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.