2027 Salt Lake City Marathon - Apr 24 Countdown

Q: When is the 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon and what time does it start?

The 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon is on Saturday, April 24, 2027, with the full marathon starting at 7:00 a.m. MDT from the Olympic Legacy Bridge near the University of Utah. The point-to-point course finishes at Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City. Confirm the exact start corral and gun time on the official race site closer to race week, as logistics can shift slightly year to year.

Q: Is the Salt Lake City Marathon a downhill course, and is it good for a PR?

It's a net-downhill point-to-point, dropping roughly 650 ft (about 200 m) from the foothill start to the downtown finish. That helps with a PR, but it isn't a pure plunge: most of the descent comes in the early miles, then the course rolls and climbs along the base of the Wasatch Mountains through the middle before dropping back to the city. Cumulative gain is about +910 ft against roughly -1,495 ft of loss. Pace the early downhill conservatively to save your quads. You can model a target with our pace calculator.

Q: Is the Salt Lake City Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. The course is USATF-certified and accepted as a Boston qualifier. The net descent makes it a realistic BQ target for runners on the bubble, though the rolling middle section and the ~4,300-4,800 ft altitude mean it rewards smart pacing rather than an all-out early effort. Check your required time with our Boston qualifying calculator.

Q: What is the course time limit?

The full marathon has a 6 hour 30 minute course limit. If you run slower than roughly a 16-minute-per-mile pace (about 9:57 per km), streets are reopened to traffic and on-course aid stations begin closing around 1:30 p.m., after which you may be asked to move to the sidewalk to finish. If you expect to be near that limit, train to comfortably hold the cutoff pace.

Q: How does the altitude affect the race?

Salt Lake City sits at roughly 4,300-4,800 ft (1,300-1,460 m), so the air is thinner and drier than at sea level. Runners coming from low elevation often feel the effort is a touch harder and recovery between hard segments is slower, especially on the climbs. The dry high-desert air also speeds dehydration, so drink deliberately. If you can, arrive either a few days early or as late as possible before the race to manage the adjustment.

Q: What should I wear for race-day weather?

Late April mornings in the foothills are cold at the 7:00 a.m. start — around 44°F / 6-7°C — warming to the low 60s°F / mid-teens°C by late morning. Dress in layers you can shed: throwaway gloves and a long-sleeve over your race kit work well. April is one of the windier months in the valley, so factor in a breeze on the open downtown stretches.

Q: Where can I find Salt Lake City Marathon results?

Official results are posted on the race website and its RunSignUp results page shortly after the event, searchable by name and distance. Splits and finisher certificates are typically available there too. Recent fields have grown year over year, so check the official results portal for the most current finisher data.

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Race Information

Race	2027 Salt Lake City Marathon - Apr 24
City	Salt Lake City
Date	2027-04-24 at 07:00
Field Size	~1,931 runners
Time Limit	6 hours 30 min
Cutoff pace	9:15/km
Timezone	America/Denver
Official Site	University of Utah Health Salt Lake City Marathon
Registration	Register

Race Day Weather

Average Temperature	7.7°C / 46°F
Humidity	58%
Wind	14.1 km/h
Rain Chance	34%
Typical Conditions	Crisp, bright late-April Salt Lake City morning at ~4,800 ft, snow still on the Wasatch peaks

What to Prepare: A 7:00 a.m. start in the foothills is cold — expect around 44°F / 6-7°C climbing to the low 60s°F / mid-teens°C by late morning. Throwaway gloves and a long-sleeve you can shed early are smart, and the high-desert altitude means dry air, so carry your own fluids between aid. April is one of the windier months here, so plan for a breeze in the open valley stretches.

Based on historical averages for race week. Use our Weather Score Calculator and What to Wear Guide for personalized advice.

Wind Impact on Race Day

Wind at 14.1 km/h can affect your marathon pace by 5-15 seconds per kilometer. Headwinds slow you down exponentially — a 20 km/h wind costs more than twice a 10 km/h wind.

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Race-Week Climate

Based on 20 years of race-week weather (2005-2024), MERRA-2 reanalysis

	Cooler	Typical	Warmer
Temperature	2.2°C	7.5°C	13°C
Dew point	-5.5°C	-0.3°C	3.2°C

Wet-day chance: 34% Runnability: 83/100

Data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), NASA Langley Research Center

Course Profile

Course Type	Point-to-point (city)
Elevation Gain	277m
Terrain	Road (paved city avenues and foothill neighborhood streets)
Profile	A net-downhill point-to-point that starts high at the Olympic Legacy Bridge near the University of Utah in the eastern foothills (around 4,800 ft / 1,460 m) and finishes at Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City, dropping roughly 650 ft (about 200 m) net. Don't mistake 'net downhill' for easy, though — the early miles give back most of the elevation fast, then the middle of the race rolls and climbs along the base of the Wasatch Mountains through the Millcreek and Holladay neighborhoods before tipping back down toward the city. Cumulative numbers run about +910 ft (277 m) of gain against roughly -1,495 ft (455 m) of loss. The Wasatch Range frames the entire valley, with the Utah State Capitol and the city skyline in view near the finish. It's USATF-certified and a Boston qualifier; the net descent helps PR-chasers, but the rolling middle section and ~4,300-4,800 ft altitude mean it's a smart-pacing course rather than a pure downhill freebie.
Boston Qualifier	Yes — Check your BQ time

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon and what time does it start?

The 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon is on Saturday, April 24, 2027, with the full marathon starting at 7:00 a.m. MDT from the Olympic Legacy Bridge near the University of Utah. The point-to-point course finishes at Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City. Confirm the exact start corral and gun time on the official race site closer to race week, as logistics can shift slightly year to year.

Is the Salt Lake City Marathon a downhill course, and is it good for a PR?

It's a net-downhill point-to-point, dropping roughly 650 ft (about 200 m) from the foothill start to the downtown finish. That helps with a PR, but it isn't a pure plunge: most of the descent comes in the early miles, then the course rolls and climbs along the base of the Wasatch Mountains through the middle before dropping back to the city. Cumulative gain is about +910 ft against roughly -1,495 ft of loss. Pace the early downhill conservatively to save your quads. You can model a target with our pace calculator.

Is the Salt Lake City Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. The course is USATF-certified and accepted as a Boston qualifier. The net descent makes it a realistic BQ target for runners on the bubble, though the rolling middle section and the ~4,300-4,800 ft altitude mean it rewards smart pacing rather than an all-out early effort. Check your required time with our Boston qualifying calculator.

What is the course time limit?

The full marathon has a 6 hour 30 minute course limit. If you run slower than roughly a 16-minute-per-mile pace (about 9:57 per km), streets are reopened to traffic and on-course aid stations begin closing around 1:30 p.m., after which you may be asked to move to the sidewalk to finish. If you expect to be near that limit, train to comfortably hold the cutoff pace.

How does the altitude affect the race?

Salt Lake City sits at roughly 4,300-4,800 ft (1,300-1,460 m), so the air is thinner and drier than at sea level. Runners coming from low elevation often feel the effort is a touch harder and recovery between hard segments is slower, especially on the climbs. The dry high-desert air also speeds dehydration, so drink deliberately. If you can, arrive either a few days early or as late as possible before the race to manage the adjustment.

What should I wear for race-day weather?

Late April mornings in the foothills are cold at the 7:00 a.m. start — around 44°F / 6-7°C — warming to the low 60s°F / mid-teens°C by late morning. Dress in layers you can shed: throwaway gloves and a long-sleeve over your race kit work well. April is one of the windier months in the valley, so factor in a breeze on the open downtown stretches.

Where can I find Salt Lake City Marathon results?

Official results are posted on the race website and its RunSignUp results page shortly after the event, searchable by name and distance. Splits and finisher certificates are typically available there too. Recent fields have grown year over year, so check the official results portal for the most current finisher data.