# Glove Size Calculator

URL: https://speedycalculator.com/calculators/everyday-life/glove-size/
Last updated: 2026-10-25

> The glove size calculator converts your hand circumference into numeric glove size and letter size (XS to XXL) for men and women, and works out the palm circumference for a glove size.

## Inputs

- Sizing
- Hand circumference (in, cm)

## Results

- Numeric glove size
- Letter size
- Hand circumference

## Formula

```
Numeric glove size = hand circumference in inches (rounded up to the nearest ½)
Letter size from the men's or women's chart
```

## Explanation

Glove sizes are based on the circumference of the hand around the knuckles, excluding the thumb. In inches, the numeric size simply equals that circumference – a hand measuring 8½ in wears a size 8½ glove. Work and sports gloves may use their own charts.

### How to use the Glove Size Calculator

- **Sizing**
- **Hand circumference**

Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.

### How it works

Measure around your dominant hand at the widest point below the knuckles, excluding the thumb, and choose men's or women's sizing.

### Glove size chart (hand circumference, in)

SizeMen'sWomen'sXS7–7½6–6½S7½–8½6½–7M8½–9½7–7½L9½–10½7½–8XL10½–11½8–8½XXL11½+8½+

### Tips

- Measure over thin clothing with a soft tape held snug but not tight, and keep the tape level all the way round.
- Take each measurement twice; if you are between sizes, the larger size is usually the safer choice.
- Size charts vary by brand and country – check the maker's own chart when it is available.
- For sewing projects, pre-wash fabric before cutting and buy 10% extra for shrinkage, pattern matching and mistakes.

### Common mistakes to avoid

- Mixing inches and centimetres between the tape and the size chart.
- Forgetting seam and hem allowances when cutting fabric.
- Measuring an old, stretched garment instead of your body.

### Inputs explained

FieldWhat to enterSizingChoose one: Men's, Women'sHand circumferenceUnits: in, cm

## Worked example

Inputs — Sizing: Men's; Hand circumference: 8.5 in.

Results — **Numeric glove size = 8.5**; Letter size = M; Hand circumference = 21.6 cm.

## FAQ

**How do I measure my glove size?**
Wrap a tape around your palm just below the knuckles, excluding the thumb; that measurement in inches is your size.

**What glove size is medium?**
Men's 8½–9½ in; women's 7–7½ in.

**What if I am between sizes?**
Choose the larger size for winter gloves (to fit a liner) and the smaller for leather, which stretches.

**What formula does the Glove Size Calculator use?**
Numeric glove size = hand circumference in inches (rounded up to the nearest ½).