Calories Burned Jump Rope in Portland, ME
Calculate how many calories you burn doing jump rope in Portland, Maine. Adjusted for Portland's continental climate (avg 46°F). MET: 11. Climate adjustment: +3%.
Jump Rope Calorie Calculator for Portland
Jump Rope in Portland for 30 minutes
411 kcal
MET 11 · 73 kg · 822 kcal/hour
Includes +3% climate adjustment for Portland (46°F avg)
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Portland
Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%.
Portland, Maine has a continental climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F and 6 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing jump rope here, your body expends approximately +3% more energy than it would in standard lab conditions (68-72°F). This means a 160 lb person burns ~411 calories in 30 minutes instead of the standard ~399 calories.
Calorie Burn by Duration (Portland)
How many calories you burn during jump rope at different durations in Portland's continental climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Portland Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 200 kcal | 206 kcal | +6 |
| 30 minutes | 399 kcal | 411 kcal | +12 |
| 45 minutes | 599 kcal | 617 kcal | +18 |
| 60 minutes | 798 kcal | 822 kcal | +24 |
| 90 minutes | 1197 kcal | 1233 kcal | +36 |
| 120 minutes | 1597 kcal | 1645 kcal | +48 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing jump rope for 30 minutes per session in Portland, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
5,339
calories per month
64,116 cal/year
= ~18.3 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
8,898
calories per month
106,860 cal/year
= ~30.5 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. Climate adjustment of +3% applied for Portland.
Portland Fitness Overview
Portland, Maine (pop. 68,408) has a fitness score of 61/100 with 5.3 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 60. Residents average 7,150 daily steps and burn approximately 1,950 calories per day. Popular activities include kayaking, hiking, cross-country skiing.
Fitness Score
61/100
Walk Score
60
Obesity Rate
32.5%
Outdoor Months
6
Other Activities in Portland, ME
Tai Chi
MET 3 · Low
~112 cal / 30 min
Elliptical Trainer
MET 5 · Low to Moderate
~187 cal / 30 min
Walking
MET 3.5 · Low
~131 cal / 30 min
Snowboarding
MET 5.3 · Moderate
~198 cal / 30 min
Kettlebell Training
MET 9.8 · High
~366 cal / 30 min
Sexual Activity
MET 1.8 · Low
~67 cal / 30 min
House Cleaning
MET 3.3 · Low
~123 cal / 30 min
Boxing
MET 9 · High
~336 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Jump Rope in Portland
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Portland:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 11 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.03
The MET value of 11 for jump rope is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.03 accounts for Portland's average temperature of 46°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Jumping rope at a moderate pace is one of the highest calorie-burning exercises per minute. It combines cardiovascular conditioning with coordination, agility, and lower-body power. A 10-minute jump rope session can burn as many calories as 30 minutes of jogging. Boxers and athletes have long used jump rope as a cornerstone of their training. It is portable, inexpensive, and can be done almost anywhere with minimal space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does jump rope burn in Portland, ME?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 411 calories during 30 minutes of jump rope in Portland. This accounts for Portland's continental climate with an average temperature of 46°F, which adjusts calorie burn by +3% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for jump rope is 11.
Does Portland's climate affect calories burned during jump rope?
Yes. Portland has a continental climate averaging 46°F. Cool weather causes mild thermogenesis as your body generates extra heat, increasing calorie burn by about 3%. This means jump rope in Portland burns approximately +3% more calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do jump rope in Portland?
Portland's moderate climate (avg 46°F) with 6 outdoor-friendly months makes jump rope comfortable most of the year. Morning exercise may boost metabolism for the rest of the day, while evening sessions can help with stress relief and sleep quality.
How many calories per month can I burn doing jump rope in Portland?
At your current weight, doing jump rope for 30 minutes in Portland: 3 sessions/week burns ~5,339 cal/month (64,116 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~8,898 cal/month (106,860 cal/year). These estimates include the +3% climate adjustment for Portland's 46°F average temperature.
Is jump rope popular in Portland, ME?
While jump rope may not be the most popular activity in Portland (popular activities include kayaking, hiking, cross-country skiing), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 5.3 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 61/100. The continental climate with 6 outdoor months supports jump rope for much of the year.