How to use the vertical jump height calculator
Estimate how high you can jump and how long you stay airborne from take-off speed. Enter take-off speed in the field above; the jump height, hang time are computed instantly and plotted on the chart so you can see how the answer changes.
Common searches this calculator answers include “how high can I jump”, “jump height from speed”, “hang time”, “calculate vertical jump height”, “find jump height”.
Formula
Variables
- v0 — Take-off speed (m/s)
Worked example
With take-off speed = 3.5 m/s, the calculator gives jump height ≈ 0.6245762 m; hang time ≈ 0.7138013 s.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vertical jump height calculator used for?
Estimate how high you can jump and how long you stay airborne from take-off speed. It helps with questions such as “how high can I jump”, “jump height from speed”, “hang time”.
What is the formula for the vertical jump height calculation?
Jump height (m) = v0 × v0 / (2 × GRAV). Hang time (s) = 2 × v0 / GRAV. Here v0 is take-off speed (m/s).
What inputs do I need for the vertical jump height calculator?
You need take-off speed in m/s. Each field is pre-filled with a typical example so you can see how the result responds as you edit the numbers.
How do I use the vertical jump height calculator?
Type values into the input fields. Results and the chart update instantly. Use Reset to restore the example values, Copy results to paste them elsewhere, or Share to copy a link that preserves your inputs.
Is the vertical jump height result exact?
Calculations use standard formulas and double-precision arithmetic, then display about seven significant figures. Real-world measurements carry uncertainty, so treat results as estimates unless your inputs are exact.