St. Jude Memphis Marathon

St. Jude Memphis Marathon 2027 Course Analysis

St. Jude Memphis Marathon is a full marathon held in Memphis, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 26 July 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 214m of total climbing, with its high point near 93m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official St. Jude Memphis Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

With 214m 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 July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 37°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 low chance of rain (8%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Trail

St. Jude Memphis Marathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.

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