Period Calculator

Use this free period calculator to estimate the next period start, expected end, and upcoming cycle dates.

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Estimate, not diagnosis Formula notes Example inputs Tab-only history
Next period estimateJun 24, 2026

28 day cycle, 5 day period

Expected end
Jun 28, 2026
Following period
Jul 22, 2026
Third period
Aug 19, 2026

Formula steps

  1. Start from the first day of the last period.
  2. Add cycle length until the next predicted start date is in the future.
  3. Use period length to estimate the expected end date.

How to use the Period Calculator

  1. Enter the requested measurements, dates, lab values, or workout details.
  2. Check that the units and formula assumptions match what the tool is asking for.
  3. Press the calculate button to see the answer, supporting metrics, and formula steps.
  4. Read the estimate with the health disclaimer in mind, then copy the result if you need it for notes.

What people use it for

Estimate the next period start date.

Estimate expected period end date.

List upcoming cycles for planning.

Use calendar estimates while remembering cycles can change.

Quick examples

28-day cycle

Last period Apr 1, 5 days long

Next period estimate

30-day cycle

Last period Apr 5

Next cycle dates

Short cycle

26-day cycle

Earlier next period estimate

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Frequently asked questions

Plain-language answers about when to use the estimate, what the formula means, what it cannot decide for you, and how privacy works.

When should I use the Period Calculator?

Use it for simple educational checks, trend tracking, or planning tasks like these: Estimate the next period start date. Estimate expected period end date. It can help you understand a number, but it cannot explain your whole health situation.

What do the main Period Calculator inputs mean?

Enter the body, activity, date, or lab values exactly in the units shown on the page. Height, weight, age, sex, time, and activity level can change health estimates a lot, so treat each label like a rule instead of a suggestion. If you are unsure which option fits, choose the closest honest match and read the result as a rough estimate.

What is the Period Calculator doing with my inputs?

In plain language: The calculator adds cycle length to the first day of the last period until it finds the next expected period start date. Read the result together with the notes on the page, because health and fitness numbers often need personal context.

How should I read the Period Calculator result?

Use the result as a learning number, not a final answer about your body or health. The supporting lines can show categories, ranges, calories, dates, or targets, but those numbers still need context like age, medical history, pregnancy status, training level, and advice from a qualified professional.

Can I use this as medical advice?

No. This page provides an educational estimate only. Talk with a qualified health professional before making medical, pregnancy, nutrition, medication, or safety decisions. Use the calculator as a learning tool, then ask a qualified professional about decisions that affect care, pregnancy, medication, nutrition, or safety.

What should I double-check before trusting the result?

Check the units, date, and personal details before reading the answer. For example, pounds and kilograms, inches and centimeters, or a wrong activity level can change the result quickly. If the number feels surprising, rerun it slowly and compare it with the examples.

Does the site save my health inputs?

No. The calculator runs in your browser tab. Recent answers stay only on the page while you use it, and they are not sent to a server.

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