Milwaukee Marathon
Milwaukee, United States of America · Saturday 25 July 2026
Milwaukee Marathon is an annual long-distance running event held each spring in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The race includes three distances: the full marathon, half marathon, and 5K. The full marathon covers 26.2 miles and is certified as a qualifier for major events such as the Boston Marathon. The course begins near Harbor Drive and concludes at Humboldt Park, following a point-to-point layout across various Milwaukee neighborhoods.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:08:08
Time difference: +8.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain127m
Elevation High210m
Elevation Low176m
Weather Forecast
High27°C
Low17°C
Chance of Rain7%
How hard is Milwaukee Marathon?
Difficultharder than 67% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Milwaukee Marathon plays about 11 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #380 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #194 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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:03:31 | +03:31 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:35:45 | +05:45 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:08:08 | +08:08 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:40:41 | +10:41 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:13:22 | +13:22 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:46:12 | +16:12 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:19:09 | +19:09 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Milwaukee Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Milwaukee Marathon is a full marathon held in Milwaukee, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 25 July 2026. The course is run on road surface with 127m of total climbing, with its high point near 210m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Milwaukee Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 127m 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 July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 17°C and 27°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (7%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Milwaukee 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Milwaukee Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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