
Provo, United States of America · Sunday 6 June 2027
Renowned for its stunning downhill course and breathtaking mountain scenery, the Utah Valley Half Marathon is a fast and exhilarating race. The route starts in Provo Canyon, winding past cascading waterfalls, towering rock formations, and lush forests, before descending into the heart of Provo, Utah. With its net downhill profile, this race is a favorite for those chasing personal bests.
Adjusted Time
2:12:57
Time difference: +28.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, Utah Valley Half Marathon plays about 27 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #36 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #13 of 145 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
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 Utah Valley Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:54:42 | +24:42 |
| 1:45:00 | 2:12:57 | +27:57 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:31:16 | +31:16 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:49:38 | +34:38 |
| 2:30:00 | 3:08:04 | +38:04 |
| 2:45:00 | 3:26:34 | +41:34 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:45:08 | +45:08 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Utah Valley Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Provo, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 6 June 2027. The course is run on mixed surface with 43m of total climbing, with its high point near 1599m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Utah Valley Half Marathon website.
With 43m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course, ranging between roughly 1390m and 1599m above sea level. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 24°C and 34°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 (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Utah Valley Half Marathon features a mixed-surface course, combining sections of road with unpaved terrain such as gravel paths, parkland, or boardwalks. Mixed courses add variety but also introduce some unpredictability in footing. Expect slightly slower times than on a pure road course, and road-trail hybrid shoes may be the best footwear option.
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