Weather
Climate Avg| Time | Temp | Dew Pt | Humidity | Wind | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | 43 – 43°F | 38° Crisp | 83 – 83% | 4 mph NE | Partly cloudy |
| 8:00 AM | 43.1 – 43.1°F | 39° Crisp | 85 – 85% | 4 mph NE | Partly cloudy |
| 9:00 AM | 38.8 – 44.7°F | 32° Crisp | 66 – 68% | 6 mph NW | Clear sky |
| 10:00 AM | 43.9 – 51.1°F | 36° Crisp | 56 – 81% | 5 mph N | Clear sky |
| 11:00 AM | 45.7 – 55.9°F | 36° Crisp | 42 – 81% | 5 mph N | Clear sky |
| Finish | 47.8 – 57.1°F | 36° Crisp | 40 – 78% | 6 mph N | Partly cloudy |
Based on 3-year average for this date. Real forecast available in 60 days.
Elevation Profile
Course Stats
Mile Splits
| Mile | Grade |
|---|---|
| 1 | +0.4% |
| 2 | +0.1% |
| 3 | +0.1% |
| 4 | +0.4% |
| 5 | +0.1% |
| 6 | -0.1% |
| 7 | -2.1% |
| 8 | -0.2% |
| 9 | -0.2% |
| 10 | +1.1% |
| 11 | -0.4% |
| 12 | +1.1% |
| 13 | -0.2% |
| 14 | -0.8% |
| 15 | -1.0% |
| 16 | +0.6% |
| 17 | +1.1% |
| 18 | +0.5% |
| 19 | -0.4% |
| 20 | +0.1% |
| 21 | -0.3% |
| 22 | +0.1% |
| 23 | -0.0% |
| 24 | -0.4% |
| 25 | +0.2% |
| 26 | -0.4% |
| 27 | -3.6% |
RM Difficulty Index
Race-Day Weather History
Race-morning conditions on this date over the past 8 years: median 40°F with a 32°F dew point and 6 mph wind. Heat has rarely been a factor.
| Year | Temp | Dew Pt | Wind | Rain | Sky |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 39°F | 30°F | 5 mph | — | Clear |
| 2024 | 44°F | 39°F | 4 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
| 2023 | 45°F | 34°F | 6 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
| 2022 | 38°F | 26°F | 6 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
| 2020 | 46°F | 43°F | 3 mph | — | Clear |
| 2019 | 28°F | 20°F | 3 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
| 2018 | 41°F | 28°F | 8 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
| 2016 | 37°F | 33°F | 6 mph | — | Partly cloudy |
Morning conditions (race window) on the Richmond Marathon calendar date each year, from the ERA5 reanalysis archive — the race’s usual slot, not necessarily each edition’s exact day.
Richmond Marathon Pace Calculator & Race Plan
Richmond is a mid-sized marathon with a rolling course through the city and along the James River. 140 meters of gain with some short, steep hills that catch people off guard. November weather in Richmond is usually good for running.
It's a well-run race that flies under the radar. Our splits give you a plan that accounts for the punchy climbs.
Richmond Marathon FAQ
When is the next Richmond Marathon?›
The next Richmond Marathon is on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
How long is the Richmond Marathon?›
The Richmond Marathon is 26.2 miles (42.195 km), the standard marathon distance. It runs in Richmond, VA.
How much elevation gain does the Richmond Marathon have?›
The Richmond Marathon has about 460 ft (140 m) of climbing and 513 ft of descent, with a maximum grade of 3.59%.
Is the Richmond Marathon flat, downhill, or hilly?›
The Richmond Marathon is a net downhill course, dropping 52 ft (16 m) from start to finish, with 460 ft of climbing along the way.
How hard is the Richmond Marathon?›
Runner's Math scores the Richmond Marathon 35/100 (Moderate) — #19 of 38 marathon courses in our library, ranked by modeled time cost. The profile costs about 0:44 versus a flat course for a runner at 4:00-marathon pace.
What's the weather usually like at the Richmond Marathon?›
Over the past 8 years on this date, median race-morning conditions were 40°F with a 32°F dew point and 6 mph wind. Heat has rarely been a factor.