Sleep duration calculator

Calculate whether you are getting enough sleep based on age and gain insight into your ideal sleep duration.

Why is getting enough sleep important?

Sleep is essential for:

  • recovery of body and muscles
  • concentration and memory
  • resistance
  • hormonal balance

A structural lack of sleep can lead to fatigue, stress, and reduced performance.


What does this tool do?

This tool helps you determine:

  • how many hours of sleep you need
  • whether your current sleep duration is sufficient

The calculation is based on general sleep guidelines per age group .


Recommended sleep duration per age

  • Children (6–12 years): 9–12
  • Teenagers (13–18 years): 8–10 hours
  • Adults (18–64 years): 7–9 hours
  • 65+ years: 7–8 hours

Who is this tool for?

  • adults
  • students
  • parents
  • athletes
  • people with sleep problems