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Sleep Calculator

Find optimal bedtime or wake-up time using 90-minute sleep cycles.

Runs locally·Free, no signup·Updated May 6, 2026
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How it works

A walkthrough, end to end.

  1. 1

    Pick whether you're choosing wake time or bedtime.

  2. 2

    Enter the time and how long it takes you to fall asleep.

  3. 3

    See up to 6 ideal options spaced by 90-minute cycles.

Reference

Sleep cycles

Each cycle is ~90 minutes. Waking at the end of a cycle (light sleep) feels more refreshing than mid-cycle.

Use cases

What you can do with this.

Better mornings

Wake up between cycles to feel less groggy.

Shift workers

Plan around 90-minute cycles in any schedule.

Travel jet-lag

Adjust bedtime around new wake time.

Naps

20–30 min (power nap) or 90 min (full cycle).

Student exams

Plan study/sleep around early starts.

FAQ

Frequently asked.

  • Average sleep cycle for adults. Individual cycles range 80–110 min.

  • 5–6 cycles (~7.5–9 h) is typical for adults.

  • No. All math runs in your browser.

  • Most people take 10–20 minutes to fall asleep. Adjust the field for your norm.