Silesia Marathon
Katowice, Poland · Monday 5 October 2026
Silesia Marathon is a significant event held in the Upper Silesian urban area of Poland. The race features a marathon, half marathon, and 50 km ultra, with courses that pass through the cities of Katowice, Mys?owice, and Siemianowice ?l?skie. The races start and finish at the Silesian Stadium in Chorzów, offering a unique blend of urban and green landscapes.
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Adjusted Time
4:09:00
Time difference: +9.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain283m
Elevation High318m
Elevation Low256m
Weather Forecast
High20°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Silesia Marathon?
Difficultharder than 64% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Silesia Marathon plays about 11 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #416 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #1 of 5 in Poland. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Silesia 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 Silesia Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:03:08 | +03:08 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:35:56 | +05:56 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:09:00 | +09:00 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:42:19 | +12:19 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:15:54 | +15:54 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:49:43 | +19:43 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:23:44 | +23:44 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Silesia Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Silesia Marathon is a full marathon held in Katowice, Poland. It is scheduled for Monday 5 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 283m of total climbing, with its high point near 318m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Silesia Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 283m 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. Moderate temperatures between 13°C and 20°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
Silesia 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 Silesia Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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