Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States of America · Saturday 14 November 2026
The Richmond Marathon takes place in Richmond, Virginia, with the marathon beginning at 1st and Broad Street and finishing at 5th and Tredegar Street on Brown's Island, adjacent to the Canal Walk along Richmond's downtown riverfront. The event is held annually in November. The race follows a rolling course that passes through scenic and historic sections of Richmond, with notable segments running along and across the James River.
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Adjusted Time
4:03:41
Time difference: +3.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain209m
Elevation High84m
Elevation Low15m
Weather Forecast
High23°C
Low8°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Richmond Marathon?
Moderateharder than 56% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Richmond Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #506 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #258 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 Richmond 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 Richmond Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:07 | +00:07 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:31:49 | +01:49 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:41 | +03:41 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:35:43 | +05:43 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:07:54 | +07:54 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:40:13 | +10:13 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:12:40 | +12:40 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Richmond Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Richmond Marathon is a full marathon held in Richmond, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 14 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 209m of total climbing, with its high point near 84m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Richmond Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 209m 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 November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 8°C and 23°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 (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Richmond 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 Richmond Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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