Calories Burned Basketball in Raleigh, NC
Estimate calories burned doing basketball in Raleigh, North Carolina. Uses 8 MET plus a local subtropical climate planning adjustment (62°F avg).
Basketball Calorie Calculator for Raleigh
Basketball in Raleigh for 30 minutes
290 kcal
MET 8 · 73 kg · 581 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Raleigh
Moderate temperatures are close to standard exercise-estimate assumptions, so this page uses the base MET calculation.
Raleigh, North Carolina has a subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F and 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise. For basketball here, Calorique uses the base MET calculation because the local temperature is close to moderate exercise-planning conditions.
Source & Accuracy Notes
This is a planning calculator. It uses the standard MET approach for estimated activity energy cost, then applies a small local climate adjustment for outdoor conditions. Your real calorie burn can differ because of pace, fitness level, terrain, wind, humidity, clothing, equipment, body composition, and tracker accuracy.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Raleigh)
How many calories you burn during basketball at different durations in Raleigh's subtropical climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Raleigh Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 145 kcal | 145 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 290 kcal | 290 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 435 kcal | 435 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 581 kcal | 581 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 871 kcal | 871 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 1161 kcal | 1161 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing basketball for 30 minutes per session in Raleigh, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
3,767
calories per month
45,240 cal/year
= ~12.9 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
6,279
calories per month
75,400 cal/year
= ~21.5 lbs of fat
*Based on the widely used estimate that 1 lb of body fat = ~3,500 calories. Actual weight loss depends on diet, metabolism, and other factors. The 0% climate adjustment for Raleigh is a planning estimate, not a guarantee.
Basketball Tips for Raleigh's Climate
- With 10 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor basketball opportunities.
- Warm up thoroughly with dynamic stretching before playing
- Wear basketball shoes with good ankle support to prevent sprains
Raleigh Fitness Overview
Raleigh, North Carolina (pop. 467,665): Calorique's modeled city profile estimates a Calorique index of 49/100, about 5.9 gyms per 100K residents, and a walkability estimate of 29. The same model estimates 5,600 average daily steps and about 1,900 calories burned per day, and highlights running, cycling, hiking as activities suited to the local climate. These profile figures are planning estimates, not official city statistics or survey results. Measured public-health context from CDC PLACES (2023 data): 30.9% of Raleigh adults have obesity (6.0 pts below the U.S. places median) and 19.4% report no leisure-time physical activity (7.2 pts below the U.S. places median).
Calorique index (estimate)
49/100
Walkability (est.)
29
Adult Obesity (CDC PLACES 2023)
30.9%
Outdoor Months
10
Obesity source: CDC PLACES 2024 release (BRFSS 2022/2023 model-based estimates), crude prevalence among adults; 2023 data year. Full health snapshot on the Raleigh fitness page.
Other Activities in Raleigh, NC
Basketball in Other North Carolina Cities
Tulsa, OK
60°F · Subtropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Los Angeles, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
Seattle, WA
47°F · Temperate
~299 cal / 30 min
Detroit, MI
45°F · Continental
~299 cal / 30 min
Gilbert, AZ
72°F · Arid
~290 cal / 30 min
Gainesville, FL
71°F · Tropical
~290 cal / 30 min
Rio Rancho, NM
59°F · Arid
~290 cal / 30 min
San Bernardino, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~290 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Basketball in Raleigh
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Raleigh:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 8 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 8 for basketball is based on the Compendium of Physical Activities: where the Compendium has a matching row Calorique uses it, and for activities without a dedicated row (for example branded or mixed workouts) the value is Calorique's closest-row planning estimate. The climate factor of 1.00 is Calorique's planning adjustment for Raleigh's average temperature of 62°F. Use it to compare scenarios, then rely on consistent tracking and body-weight trends for personal calibration.
Playing a basketball game involves continuous running, sprinting, jumping, and lateral movements that provide an excellent cardiovascular workout. The sport combines endurance with explosive power, agility, and hand-eye coordination. A typical basketball game involves covering 2-3 miles while also performing dozens of jumps and direction changes. The competitive and social nature of basketball makes it an enjoyable way to burn calories while developing teamwork and athletic skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does basketball burn in Raleigh, NC?
A 160 lb person burns about 290 calories during 30 minutes of basketball in Raleigh. This is a planning estimate using 8 MET plus Calorique's local climate adjustment for Raleigh's 62°F average temperature.
Does Raleigh's climate affect calories burned during basketball?
It can affect perceived effort, hydration needs, clothing, terrain choices, and thermoregulation. Raleigh has a subtropical climate averaging 62°F. Calorique applies a 0% planning adjustment, but actual burn varies by pace, fitness, wind, humidity, clothing, and surface.
What is the best time to do basketball in Raleigh?
Raleigh's moderate climate (avg 62°F) with an estimated 10 outdoor-friendly months makes basketball comfortable most of the year. The best time is the one you can repeat consistently; choose cooler hours on warm days and daylight hours when footing or visibility is a concern.
How many calories per month can I burn doing basketball in Raleigh?
At your current weight, doing basketball for 30 minutes in Raleigh: 3 sessions/week estimates ~3,767 cal/month (45,240 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week estimates ~6,279 cal/month (75,400 cal/year). Treat this as planning math, not a precise weight-loss forecast.
Is basketball popular in Raleigh, NC?
Calorique does not have a local participation survey for Raleigh. Its modeled city profile highlights running, cycling, hiking for the local climate, but basketball can still fit a routine there. CDC PLACES (2024 release, 2023 data) estimates 30.9% adult obesity in Raleigh and 19.4% of adults with no leisure-time physical activity (median of U.S. places in CDC PLACES: 36.9% and 26.6%). The subtropical climate with an estimated 10 outdoor months supports basketball for much of the year; the profile's gym-density (5.9 per 100K) and Calorique index (49/100) figures are planning estimates, not official local statistics.