Porto Marathon
Porto, Portugal · Early November
Mostly flat riverside and oceanfront running along the Douro and the Atlantic, with the out-and-back to Foz keeping things honest. Mild November air and Porto prices make this a smart PR trip.
Course
Elevation gain
120 m
Net elevation
Flat
Finishers
~6,000
Month
November
Early November
Race-day weather
Median start temp
12°C
Historical range
8–18°C
Hot-year risk
Low
Atlantic November: mild, humid, chance of rain. Heat is almost never a factor.
Getting in
First-come, first-served. Affordable and easy to enter — one of Iberia's best value fast marathons. Official site ↗
Pacing plans for Porto Marathon
Course-adjusted splits for every common goal — not flat even splits, but pacing that matches where this course is fast and where it bites.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Porto Marathon a fast course?
Yes, it is a fast course by big-marathon standards. The course has 120 m of total elevation gain and no net drop. We rate it 8/10 for PR potential.
What is the weather usually like at the Porto Marathon?
The median start-line temperature is around 12°C, with a historical range of roughly 8–18°C. Atlantic November: mild, humid, chance of rain. Heat is almost never a factor.
How do you get into the Porto Marathon?
First-come, first-served. Affordable and easy to enter — one of Iberia's best value fast marathons.
Is the Porto Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes — the Porto Marathon is a certified course accepted by the B.A.A. for Boston qualifying times.