Moscow Marathon
Moscow, Russia · Monday 21 September 2026
Moscow Marathon is the largest running event in Russia, offering a spectacular tour of Russia's capital. The course starts and finishes at the Luzhniki Olympic Complex, taking runners along the embankment of the Moskva River by Moscow City, to the Garden Ring, across Krymsky Bridge, along the Boulevard Ring and on Tverskaya Street, through Teatralny Passage and under the walls of the Kremlin.
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Adjusted Time
4:03:35
Time difference: +3.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain177m
Elevation High149m
Elevation Low101m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Moscow Marathon?
Moderateharder than 56% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Moscow Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #504 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Moscow 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 Moscow Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:16 | +00:16 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:31:51 | +01:51 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:35 | +03:35 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:35:27 | +05:27 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:07:26 | +07:26 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:39:32 | +09:32 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:11:46 | +11:46 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Moscow Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Moscow Marathon is a full marathon held in Moscow, Russia. It is scheduled for Monday 21 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 177m of total climbing, with its high point near 149m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Moscow Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 177m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 21°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 low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Moscow 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 Moscow Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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