Wollongong Marathon

Wollongong Marathon 2025 Course Analysis

Wollongong Marathon is a full marathon held in Wollongong, Australia, scheduled for Saturday 26 April 2025. The course is run on road surface with 211m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 15m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Wollongong Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

With 211m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 3m to 15m above sea level (12m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 18°C and 23°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a high chance of rain (65%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.

Surface Type: Road

Wollongong Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.

How Difficult Is Wollongong Marathon?

Our difficulty rating for Wollongong Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.

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