Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Pass Christian, United States of America · Tuesday 8 June 2027
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon takes place annually in December in coastal Mississippi, primarily along Highway 90 from Pass Christian to Biloxi. The event is known for its flat, fast, and USATF-certified course, which runs parallel to the Gulf of Mexico, providing continuous views of beaches and passing through towns such as Long Beach and Gulfport before finishing in Biloxi.
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Adjusted Time
4:30:21
Time difference: +30.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain20m
Elevation High7m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High28°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain4%
How hard is Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 84% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon plays about 31 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #182 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #112 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 Mississippi Gulf Coast 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 Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:22:20 | +22:20 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:56:21 | +26:21 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:30:21 | +30:21 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:04:20 | +34:20 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:38:22 | +38:22 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:12:26 | +42:26 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:46:32 | +46:32 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon is a full marathon held in Pass Christian, United States of America. It is scheduled for Tuesday 8 June 2027. The course is run on mixed surface with 20m of total climbing, with its high point near 7m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 20m 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 June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 28°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 (4%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Mixed
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon features a mixed-surface course, combining sections of road with unpaved terrain such as gravel paths, parkland, or boardwalks. Mixed courses add variety but also introduce some unpredictability in footing. Expect slightly slower times than on a pure road course, and road-trail hybrid shoes may be the best footwear option.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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