Oakland Marathon
Oakland, United States of America · Saturday 3 October 2026
The Oakland Marathon is a yearly long-distance running event held in Oakland, California, typically scheduled for March. The marathon course, updated in 2024, is a single-loop and out-and-back route that traverses several neighborhoods and landmarks. The starting and finishing point is near the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts, a notable venue in the city.
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Adjusted Time
3:57:52
Time difference: -2.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain143m
Elevation High47m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High16°C
Low9°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Oakland Marathon?
Moderateharder than 29% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Oakland Marathon plays about 2 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #814 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #408 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 Oakland 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 Oakland Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:56:46 | −03:14 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:27:18 | −02:42 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:57:52 | −02:08 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:28:30 | −01:30 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:59:10 | −00:50 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:29:52 | −00:08 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:00:37 | +00:37 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Oakland Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Oakland Marathon is a full marathon held in Oakland, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 143m of total climbing, with its high point near 47m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Oakland Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 143m 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 October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 9°C to 16°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
Oakland 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 Oakland Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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