Daily Water Intake

How much fluid to aim for each day, adjusted for your weight, activity and climate.

✓ Reviewed by Dr. Poonam Sekhon Chahal · 24 May 2026

How this is calculated

Starts from ~30–35 mL per kg of body weight, then adds for activity and hot climates. About 20% of fluid comes from food, so the 'from drinks' target is ~80%.

Sources

  1. EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products Scientific Opinion on Dietary Reference Values for water. EFSA Journal 2010.
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