Night Enkelana Half Marathon
Pogradec, Albania · Saturday 25 July 2026
Set in the picturesque town of Pogradec, along the shores of Lake Ohrid, the Night Enkelana Half Marathon is a truly special event. The race starts in the evening, allowing runners to experience the cool mountain air and stunning sunset views over the lake. The flat course, vibrant night-time atmosphere, and local music make it a unique and exciting race. Whether you’re there for the fast course or the incredible ambiance, this is a race that delivers a memorable experience.
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Adjusted Time
1:55:16
Time difference: +10.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain86m
Elevation High719m
Elevation Low697m
Weather Forecast
High37°C
Low21°C
Chance of Rain5%
How hard is Night Enkelana Half Marathon?
Difficultharder than 82% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Night Enkelana Half Marathon plays about 10 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #80 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #1 of 2 in Albania. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Night Enkelana Half Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Night Enkelana Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:37:44 | +07:44 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:55:16 | +10:16 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:12:58 | +12:58 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:30:52 | +15:52 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:48:55 | +18:55 |
| 2:45:00 | 3:07:07 | +22:07 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:25:29 | +25:29 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Night Enkelana Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Night Enkelana Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Pogradec, Albania. It is scheduled for Saturday 25 July 2026. The course is run on road surface with 86m of total climbing, with its high point near 719m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Night Enkelana Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 86m 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 July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 21°C and 37°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 (5%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Night Enkelana Half 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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