Wilmington Marathon
Wilmington, United States of America · Saturday 27 February 2027
The Wilmington Marathon features a predominantly flat, point-to-point course that begins at Wrightsville Beach and finishes in downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. The terrain, with a maximum elevation of 60 feet and a total elevation gain and loss of approximately 417 feet, creates gentle conditions favorable for personal best performances.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:54:05
Time difference: -5.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain128m
Elevation High19m
Elevation Low0m
Weather Forecast
High9°C
Low2°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Wilmington Marathon?
Easyharder than 14% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Wilmington Marathon plays about 1 minute faster than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #988 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #462 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:54:46 | −05:14 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:24:26 | −05:34 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:05 | −05:55 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:23:42 | −06:18 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:53:18 | −06:42 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:22:53 | −07:07 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:52:26 | −07:34 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Wilmington Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Wilmington Marathon is a full marathon held in Wilmington, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 27 February 2027. The course is run on road surface with 128m of total climbing, with its high point near 19m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Wilmington Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 128m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for February, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between 2°C and 9°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Wilmington 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Wilmington Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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