Whitefish Marathon
Whitefish, United States of America · Sunday 16 May 2027
The event takes place annually in Whitefish, Montana, with all distances marathon, half marathon, and 5K starting at 8:00 AM in Depot Park, located in downtown Whitefish. The marathon course is a Boston Qualifier, and both the full and half marathon follow an all-road, scenic route, sharing the first 13.1 miles before splitting. The 5K race diverges from the longer routes shortly after the first mile.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:05:47
Time difference: +5.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain357m
Elevation High997m
Elevation Low914m
Weather Forecast
High12°C
Low3°C
Chance of Rain35%
How hard is Whitefish Marathon?
Difficultharder than 58% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Whitefish Marathon plays about 8 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #487 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #257 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 Whitefish 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 Whitefish Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:36 | +00:36 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:33:03 | +03:03 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:05:47 | +05:47 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:38:47 | +08:47 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:12:02 | +12:02 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:45:32 | +15:32 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:19:15 | +19:15 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Whitefish Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Whitefish Marathon is a full marathon held in Whitefish, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 16 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 357m of total climbing, with its high point near 997m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Whitefish Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 357m of total climbing, rising to around 997m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between 3°C and 12°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a moderate chance of rain (35%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Whitefish 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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