Course & Elevation
The Twin Cities Marathon is a relatively flat urban loop course that winds through Minneapolis and St. Paul, passing iconic landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods. Runners traverse the Mississippi River valleys and lakeshores, making it a scenic urban experience with excellent crowd support throughout.
Course Facts
Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 155 m
Surface road
Profile Flat
Weather
Typical climate for the race month — an estimate, not a forecast or a race-day record
12°C
Temperature
55%
Humidity
25%
Rain Chance
Mild autumn weather with cool temperatures ideal for racing. Low humidity and minimal precipitation typical for early October in Minnesota.
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