Salt Lake City Marathon
Salt Lake City, United States of America · Sunday 25 April 2027
The marathon route presents a distinct combination of altitude, elevation changes, and urban landscapes. Beginning at an elevation near 4,950 feet and reaching a maximum of approximately 4,874 feet, participants experience a notable overall elevation drop to the finish, which sits around 4,243 feet.
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Adjusted Time
3:59:50
Time difference: -0.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain254m
Elevation High1484m
Elevation Low1294m
Weather Forecast
High18°C
Low1°C
Chance of Rain5%
How hard is Salt Lake City Marathon?
Moderateharder than 34% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Salt Lake City Marathon plays about 3 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #757 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #385 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:57:18 | −02:42 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:28:28 | −01:32 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:59:50 | −00:10 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:31:22 | +01:22 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:03:04 | +03:04 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:34:54 | +04:54 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:06:53 | +06:53 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Salt Lake City Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Salt Lake City Marathon is a full marathon held in Salt Lake City, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 25 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 254m of total climbing, with its high point near 1484m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Salt Lake City Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 254m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course, ranging between roughly 1294m and 1484m above sea level. 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 April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 1°C to 18°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 (5%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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