Yonkers Marathon
Yonkers, United States of America · Monday 20 September 2027
The Yonkers Marathon is held annually in Yonkers, New York and is recognized as the second oldest marathon in the United States, having been established in 1907. The event traditionally takes place in mid-September, with the 2025 race scheduled for September 14 and a start time of 8:00 a.m. In addition to the full marathon, there are also half marathon and 5K races offered to participants. The course is known for its challenging, hilly terrain.
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Adjusted Time
4:13:48
Time difference: +13.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain343m
Elevation High81m
Elevation Low11m
Weather Forecast
High20°C
Low17°C
Chance of Rain84%
How hard is Yonkers Marathon?
Difficultharder than 70% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Yonkers Marathon plays about 15 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #347 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #187 of 576 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 Yonkers 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 Yonkers Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:05:54 | +05:54 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:39:39 | +09:39 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:13:48 | +13:48 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:48:18 | +18:18 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:23:07 | +23:07 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:58:16 | +28:16 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:33:43 | +33:43 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Yonkers Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Yonkers Marathon is a full marathon held in Yonkers, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 20 September 2027. The course is run on road surface with 343m of total climbing, with its high point near 81m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Yonkers Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 343m of total climbing, rising to around 81m 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 September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 17°C and 20°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a high chance of rain (84%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Yonkers 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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