When should you go to sleep?

If you went to sleep right now, when should you wake up to feel refreshed? Science suggests that completing 5 to 6 sleep cycles per night is the key to waking up energized.

Educational Guidance: This calculator provides general estimates based on typical sleep-cycle patterns and an average cycle length of around 90 minutes. Actual sleep cycles can vary in length from person to person and from night to night. The results are intended for educational and informational purposes only. They should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have ongoing concerns about your sleep or sleep quality, consider speaking with a qualified healthcare professional.

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Going to bed right this moment?

About Sleep Cycle Hub

How much sleep do you need?

Age group Age range Recommended

The stages of sleep

Sleep patterns by age, in detail

Total hours needed is only part of the picture — how that sleep is spread across day and night changes a lot as we grow.

How to use this calculator

1. Wake-up Target

2. Bedtime Target

3. Sleep Now

Are you getting enough sleep?

Signs you may not be getting enough sleep

How the cycle changes across the night

Sources & Further Reading

Recommended Resources