Late February · Southeast · Loop
Atlanta, GA · Saturday, March 6, 2027
A genuinely hilly course through Piedmont Park and downtown Atlanta, reflecting the city's position in the foothills of the Piedmont region. Not a course anyone runs for a flat, fast time.
Classic hilly Piedmont Park and downtown route
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Typical start
43°
Cooler than 76% of U.S. marathons
Modeled historical conditions
Elevation gain
1,400ft
Flatter than 4% of races
Estimated total climb
Field size
2K
Larger than 71% of races
Estimated field
PR potential
5.1/10
Ahead of 13% of races
Almanac model
Percentiles compare this race against all 224 U.S. marathons in the Almanac.
1,400 ft gain
Hilly course, loop.
Modeled from location, month and coastal proximity, not verified race history.
6 AM
35°
Start
43°
Midday
54°
Typical start sits at 43°F, excellent marathon conditions.
Typical dew point 36°F, 22% chance of precipitation, wind around 7 mph. All modeled.
The bottom line
This one is about the day, not the clock.
Atlanta Marathon (Publix) is a strong choice for runners who like a course with real character, and the climbing is the point here. The tradeoff is time: race it hard early and the hills will collect later.
A loop course around Atlanta, GA, with real climbing that will cost you time if you race it hard early.
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