Hartford Marathon
Hartford Marathon race day weather
Cool start, gradual warming trend
Runners will face a temperature rise from 46°F at the start to 65°F by the finish, with average humidity at 62%. A light crosswind will be present for most of the race, with headwinds impacting miles 5, 7-9, and 20-24. To optimize performance, runners should start conservatively and adjust their pace as temperatures rise, especially during the warmer middle sections of the race.
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Hartford Marathon route and elevation
The Hartford Marathon course has about 616 ft (188 m) of climbing and 660 ft (201 m) of descent, a net drop of about 44 ft (13 m). It is flatter than 72% of the marathon courses racecast.io has mapped, measured by what the hills cost in time. The hardest mile is mile 10, with 62 ft (19 m) of climbing.
Biggest climbs
- Miles 0.2 to 0.5: climbs about 55 ft (16 m).
What the hills cost
- 3:30 on a flat course is about 3:30:25 here (25 seconds slower).
- 4:00 on a flat course is about 4:00:30 here (30 seconds slower).
- 4:30 on a flat course is about 4:30:30 here (30 seconds slower).
Hills only, priced mile by mile on the course map. The pace calculator above adds the race-day weather.
Even-effort splits for a 3:30, 4:00 or 4:30 finish
| Mile | Climb | Descent | 3:30 | 4:00 | 4:30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 ft | 97 ft | 7:50 | 8:58 | 10:05 |
| 2 | 19 ft | 33 ft | 7:56 | 9:04 | 10:12 |
| 3 | 17 ft | 30 ft | 7:56 | 9:04 | 10:12 |
| 4 | 30 ft | 26 ft | 8:02 | 9:10 | 10:19 |
| 5 | 50 ft | 41 ft | 8:04 | 9:13 | 10:22 |
| 6 | 53 ft | 35 ft | 8:08 | 9:18 | 10:28 |
| 7 | 14 ft | 35 ft | 7:54 | 9:02 | 10:09 |
| 8 | 28 ft | 34 ft | 7:58 | 9:06 | 10:15 |
| 9 | 40 ft | 44 ft | 7:58 | 9:06 | 10:15 |
| 10 | 62 ft | 45 ft | 8:08 | 9:18 | 10:27 |
| 11 | 43 ft | 29 ft | 8:06 | 9:16 | 10:25 |
| 12 | 23 ft | 11 ft | 8:05 | 9:14 | 10:24 |
| 13 | 47 ft | 48 ft | 8:00 | 9:08 | 10:16 |
| 14 | 11 ft | 25 ft | 7:55 | 9:03 | 10:11 |
| 15 | 10 ft | 14 ft | 7:59 | 9:07 | 10:15 |
| 16 | 19 ft | 10 ft | 8:03 | 9:13 | 10:22 |
| 17 | 36 ft | 11 ft | 8:12 | 9:22 | 10:33 |
| 18 | 9 ft | 40 ft | 7:52 | 8:59 | 10:07 |
| 19 | 10 ft | 18 ft | 7:57 | 9:06 | 10:13 |
| 20 | 14 ft | 6 ft | 8:04 | 9:13 | 10:22 |
| 21 | 17 ft | 22 ft | 7:58 | 9:06 | 10:15 |
| 22 | 30 ft | 12 ft | 8:09 | 9:18 | 10:28 |
| 23 | 6 ft | 33 ft | 7:52 | 9:01 | 10:08 |
| 24 | 42 ft | 33 ft | 8:04 | 9:12 | 10:22 |
| 25 | 42 ft | 36 ft | 8:02 | 9:12 | 10:20 |
| 26 | 43 ft | 53 ft | 7:58 | 9:05 | 10:13 |
| Last 0.2 | 8 ft | 1 ft | 1:50 | 2:06 | 2:22 |
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About the Hartford Marathon
The Hartford Marathon offers runners a scenic journey through Connecticut's capital, starting at the iconic Connecticut State Capitol building. The course winds through historic neighborhoods, including West Hartford's Elizabeth Park, and features picturesque stretches along the Connecticut River. Runners cross the Founders Bridge into East Hartford, traverse the trails of Great River Park, and pass charming New England homes in South Windsor before returning to downtown Hartford. The race concludes under the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park. With a net elevation gain of approximately 15 meters, the course is relatively flat, making it suitable for both seasoned marathoners and those aiming for a personal best.
