Philadelphia Marathon
Philadelphia, United States of America · Sunday 22 November 2026
The Philadelphia marathon presents a mostly flat, urban course that winds through a range of historic and scenic neighborhoods. While the elevation changes are modest, with the lowest point near 3 meters above sea level and the highest around 42 meters, runners encounter rolling hills primarily between miles 4 and 10 as the route heads through West Philadelphia and University City.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:54:49
Time difference: -5.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain134m
Elevation High42m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High9°C
Low0°C
Chance of Rain2%
How hard is Philadelphia Marathon?
Moderateharder than 17% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Philadelphia Marathon plays about even with an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #952 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #452 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:55:28 | −04:32 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:25:09 | −04:51 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:49 | −05:11 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:24:27 | −05:33 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:54:05 | −05:55 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:23:42 | −06:18 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:53:17 | −06:43 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Philadelphia Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Philadelphia Marathon is a full marathon held in Philadelphia, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 22 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 134m of total climbing, with its high point near 42m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Philadelphia Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 134m 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 November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between 0°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 (2%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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