United States Air Force Half Marathon
Wright-Patterson AFB, United States of America · Saturday 19 September 2026
The United States Air Force Marathon is an iconic event that takes place at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. This marathon is unique because it allows participants to run through the historic Air Force base, past aviation museums, and close to some of the military’s most important landmarks. The course is mostly flat, with a few gentle inclines, and runners are treated to views of military aircraft and various aircraft displays along the way.
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Adjusted Time
1:48:34
Time difference: +3.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain89m
Elevation High268m
Elevation Low239m
Weather Forecast
High32°C
Low13°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is United States Air Force Half Marathon?
Moderateharder than 63% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, United States Air Force Half Marathon plays about 4 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #167 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #52 of 145 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 United States Air Force Half Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On United States Air Force Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:32:25 | +02:25 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:48:34 | +03:34 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:04:47 | +04:47 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:21:06 | +06:06 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:37:29 | +07:29 |
| 2:45:00 | 2:53:56 | +08:56 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:10:27 | +10:27 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
United States Air Force Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
United States Air Force Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Wright-Patterson AFB, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 19 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 89m of total climbing, with its high point near 268m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official United States Air Force Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 89m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 13°C and 32°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 (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
United States Air Force Half 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.
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