Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring)
Augusta, United States of America · Sunday 17 May 2026
RoadFull Marathon
This race works well for runners who are building fitness or aiming for a solid spring time goal. The flat to gently rolling terrain around Augusta means you won't face any significant climbing, so your effort goes toward maintaining pace rather than fighting elevation. That said, May in Augusta brings heat and humidity that shouldn't be underestimated. If you've trained primarily in cooler months, you'll want to respect the weather and adjust expectations accordingly. This is a good opportunity to practice fueling and hydration strategies before summer racing, or to notch a confidence-building finish if you're newer to the distance. The course itself stays relatively low key, hovering around 150 to 160 meters of elevation throughout. You'll be running through and around the fair grounds and surrounding roads, which means the scenery won't be dramatically varied. The gentle rolling nature keeps things from becoming tedious, but don't expect mountain vistas or particularly memorable landmarks. Spring weather in Georgia is a wildcard. You could get mild and pleasant conditions, or you could find yourself running in genuine heat by the finish. The flatness of the course offers no shade strategy, so plan your nutrition for sustained effort in potentially warm conditions. If you're the type of runner who thrives on tactical racing and needs visual interest to stay mentally sharp, a second loop of fairgrounds roads might feel repetitive. But if you want a straightforward, honest race effort without major elevation surprises, this fits the bill.
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Adjusted Time
4:03:00
Time difference: +3.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain159m
Elevation High159m
Elevation Low152m
Weather Forecast
High25°C
Low14°C
Chance of Rain17%
Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring) 2026 Course Analysis
Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring) is a full marathon held in Augusta, United States of America, scheduled for Sunday 17 May 2026. The course is run on road surface with 159m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 159m above sea level.
Elevation Profile
With 159m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 152m to 159m above sea level (7m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
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 25°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (17%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring) is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
How Difficult Is Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring)?
Our difficulty rating for Three Days at the Fair Marathon (Spring) is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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