Singapore Marathon
Singapore, Singapore · Sunday 6 December 2026
The Singapore Marathon, also known as the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, is an annual international marathon held on the first Sunday of December. It is a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, attracting thousands of participants from around the globe. The event features a full marathon, half marathon, and other distances, making it accessible to runners of all levels. In recent years, the marathon has been held in the evening to meet criteria for the Abbott World Marathon Majors.
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Adjusted Time
4:25:28
Time difference: +25.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain244m
Elevation High65m
Elevation Low0m
Weather Forecast
High30°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain83%
How hard is Singapore Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 81% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Singapore Marathon plays about 25 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #219 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Singapore 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 Singapore Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:14:05 | +14:05 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:49:33 | +19:33 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:25:28 | +25:28 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:01:50 | +31:50 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:38:37 | +38:37 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:15:46 | +45:46 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:53:17 | +53:17 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Singapore Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Singapore Marathon is a full marathon held in Singapore, Singapore. It is scheduled for Sunday 6 December 2026. The course is run on road surface with 244m of total climbing, with its high point near 65m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Singapore Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 244m 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 December, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 30°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a high chance of rain (83%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Singapore 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 Singapore Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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