Glove Size Calculator
Measure round your hand just below the knuckles and, if you like, from the wrist crease to the tip of your middle finger. The calculator gives the glove size number, the letter size and the EU glove size.
- Glove size
- Letter size
- Hand measurement
Measure your writing hand, flat, with the fingers together.
Glove size is your hand measurement in inches. Measure round the knuckles, not the thumb, and round up to the next half size. An 8.5 in hand is a size 8.5, which is a medium. If your hand length is longer than the circumference, use that instead.
Glove size chart
By hand circumference. Search for a size.
| Hand (in) | Hand (cm) | Size | Letter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 15.2 | 6 | XS |
| 6.5 | 16.5 | 6.5 | XS |
| 7 | 17.8 | 7 | S |
| 7.5 | 19.1 | 7.5 | S |
| 8 | 20.3 | 8 | M |
| 8.5 | 21.6 | 8.5 | M |
| 9 | 22.9 | 9 | L |
| 9.5 | 24.1 | 9.5 | L |
| 10 | 25.4 | 10 | XL |
| 10.5 | 26.7 | 10.5 | XL |
| 11 | 27.9 | 11 | XXL |
Rounded up to half sizes.
Hand size and glove
Round the knuckles. Slide the hand measurement.
The hand is drawn with the tape round the knuckles.
How to measure for gloves
Hand to size. Step through it.
Tape
Round the knuckles.
Leather gloves stretch a little, so a snug fit at first is right.
Dress, work or ski gloves
Glove types. Compare them.
Close fit.
Grip.
Warmth.
Ski and winter gloves are often sized up for a liner and warm air space.
Before you buy
Glove checks. Tick each item.
Tick each item as you go.
Fingertips should just touch the end of the glove without being squashed.
What you get
Glove sizing. Each tile explains one result.
Number.
S to XXL.
Round.
Optional.
By use.
Gloves that are too small cut circulation and make hands colder.
Frequently Asked Questions
No question matches that search.
What glove size am I?
Measure round your hand below the knuckles in inches and round up to the next half size.
How do I measure my hand for gloves?
Wrap a tape round the widest part of your hand, below the knuckles, leaving out the thumb.
What size is a medium glove?
About eight to eight and a half inches round the hand.
Should I measure my left or right hand?
Your writing hand, as it is usually slightly bigger.
Do glove sizes vary by brand?
Yes, a little, so check each brand's chart.
What if my hand is long and narrow?
Use your hand length if it is bigger than your circumference.
Should ski gloves be bigger?
Slightly, to leave a little air space for warmth.
Gloves that fit
Measure once, round up to the half size, and your gloves fit with full grip and warmth.
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