Pocatello Half Marathon
Bannock County, United States of America · Sunday 30 August 2026
The Pocatello Marathon’s Half Marathon is one of the most scenic and fastest races in Idaho, offering a gradual downhill course that helps many runners achieve personal bests. The race starts in the Idaho mountains and descends into the beautiful city of Pocatello, passing rolling wheat fields, open valleys, and mountain vistas along the way. This race is perfect for both beginners and seasoned runners, with plenty of aid stations, excellent organization, and a welcoming small-town feel.
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Adjusted Time
1:47:19
Time difference: +2.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain108m
Elevation High1412m
Elevation Low1359m
Weather Forecast
High27°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Pocatello Half Marathon?
Moderateharder than 53% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Pocatello Half Marathon plays about 3 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #210 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #71 of 145 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 Pocatello 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 Pocatello Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:31:26 | +01:26 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:47:19 | +02:19 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:03:17 | +03:17 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:19:18 | +04:18 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:35:23 | +05:23 |
| 2:45:00 | 2:51:31 | +06:31 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:07:42 | +07:42 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Pocatello Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Pocatello Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Bannock County, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 30 August 2026. The course is run on road surface with 108m of total climbing, with its high point near 1412m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Pocatello Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 108m 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 August, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 27°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Pocatello 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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