Oak Island Marathon
Oak Island, United States of America · Sunday 14 February 2027
The Oak Island Marathon takes place annually on Oak Island, a barrier island in southeastern North Carolina. The event is held in mid-February and includes multiple race distances, with the marathon covering the standard 26.2 miles. The course is known for its coastal scenery, including sunrise views over marshes, long stretches of ocean views, passage near a lighthouse, and the presence of centuries-old live oak trees.
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Adjusted Time
3:52:43
Time difference: -7.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain84m
Elevation High17m
Elevation Low0m
Weather Forecast
High14°C
Low5°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Oak Island Marathon?
Easyharder than 5% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Oak Island Marathon plays about 2 minutes faster than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #1089 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #539 of 576 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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:53:46 | −06:14 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:23:16 | −06:44 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:52:43 | −07:17 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:22:07 | −07:53 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:51:27 | −08:33 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:20:45 | −09:15 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:50:01 | −09:59 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Oak Island Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Oak Island Marathon is a full marathon held in Oak Island, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 14 February 2027. The course is run on road surface with 84m of total climbing, with its high point near 17m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Oak Island Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 84m 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 February, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 5°C to 14°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Oak Island 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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