Suffolk County Marathon
Patchogue, United States of America · Monday 17 May 2027
The Suffolk County Marathon takes place on Long Island, New York, with the marathon beginning in Babylon Village and finishing in Gardiner County Park. The route primarily follows Montauk Highway and includes a prominent segment over the Robert Moses Causeway, offering runners views over the Great South Bay before they turn back to the west for the finish. The course is described as mostly flat and run on paved roads, with a loop format for the full marathon distance.
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Adjusted Time
4:38:44
Time difference: +38.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain47m
Elevation High12m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High27°C
Low14°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Suffolk County Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 91% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Suffolk County Marathon plays about 40 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #100 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #45 of 575 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 Suffolk County 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 Suffolk County Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:31:21 | +31:21 |
| 3:30:00 | 4:05:12 | +35:12 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:38:44 | +38:44 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:12:02 | +42:02 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:45:11 | +45:11 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:18:12 | +48:12 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:51:06 | +51:06 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Suffolk County Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Suffolk County Marathon is a full marathon held in Patchogue, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 17 May 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 47m of total climbing, with its high point near 12m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Suffolk County Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 47m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 14°C and 27°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 (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Suffolk County 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Suffolk County Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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