Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run
Horta, Portugal · Sunday 16 May 2027
Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run is a breathtaking event held on Faial Island in the Azores. This trail running experience takes participants through diverse landscapes, including volcanic craters, historical whalers' paths, lush forests, and majestic ocean views. The course features iconic sites like Caldeira do Faial and Capelinhos Volcano, offering a surreal and challenging running experience.
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Adjusted Time
6:15:37
Time difference: +135.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain2092m
Elevation High1004m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High13°C
Low9°C
Chance of Rain60%
How hard is Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run?
Very Difficultharder than 99% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run plays about 113 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #9 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #1 of 7 in Portugal. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run?
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 Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 4:22:02 | +1:22:02 |
| 3:30:00 | 5:17:40 | +1:47:40 |
| 4:00:00 | 6:15:37 | +2:15:37 |
| 4:30:00 | 7:15:45 | +2:45:45 |
| 5:00:00 | 8:17:58 | +3:17:58 |
| 5:30:00 | 9:22:09 | +3:52:09 |
| 6:00:00 | 10:28:14 | +4:28:14 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run 2027 Course Analysis
Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run is a full marathon held in Horta, Portugal. It is scheduled for Sunday 16 May 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 2092m of total climbing, with its high point near 1004m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very challenging course with 2092m of total climbing - well above the average trail marathon - topping out around 1004m above sea level. Hill training is essential, and you should expect a slower finish time than on a flat course.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 9°C to 13°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a high chance of rain (60%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Trail
Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run 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 Ultra Blue Island by Azores Trail Run against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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