Aruba · Sunday 8 June 2025
A sun-soaked island adventure, the Aruba Half Marathon is a tropical race like no other, held on one of the Caribbean’s most beautiful islands. The course follows palm-fringed beaches, rugged desert landscapes, and the stunning coastline, offering breathtaking ocean views at every turn. With warm temperatures and gentle trade winds, runners must manage heat and hydration carefully. The race starts in the early morning to catch the cooler hours, and finishes at one of the island’s famous beach re
Adjusted Time
1:50:57
Time difference: +6.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Aruba Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Aruba, scheduled for Sunday 8 June 2025. The course is run on road surface with 49m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 27m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Aruba Half Marathon website.
This is a very flat course with only 49m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 3m to 27m above sea level — a 24m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 27°C and 28°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in marathon running — research shows that for every degree above 15°C, marathon times slow by approximately 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Aruba Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Aruba Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Aruba Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.