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.\n\nThe race follows a rolling course that passes through scenic and historic sections of Richmond, with notable segments running along and across the James River. The majority of elevation changes are found in the first half o
Adjusted Time
4:01:24
Time difference: +1.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Richmond Marathon is a full marathon held in Richmond, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 14 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 209m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 84m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Richmond Marathon website.
With 209m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 15m to 84m above sea level (69m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
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 over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Richmond Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Richmond Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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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