Calories Burned Volleyball in Sacramento, CA
Calculate how many calories you burn doing volleyball in Sacramento, California. Adjusted for Sacramento's mediterranean climate (avg 65°F). MET: 6. Climate adjustment: 0%.
Volleyball Calorie Calculator for Sacramento
Volleyball in Sacramento for 30 minutes
218 kcal
MET 6 · 73 kg · 435 kcal/hour
Climate Impact on Calorie Burn in Sacramento
Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation.
Sacramento, California has a mediterranean climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F and 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise. When doing volleyball here, your body burns calories at approximately the standard rate, as the temperature closely matches the conditions used in MET research (68-72°F).
Calorie Burn by Duration (Sacramento)
How many calories you burn during volleyball at different durations in Sacramento's mediterranean climate.
| Duration | Base Calories | Sacramento Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 109 kcal | 109 kcal | 0 |
| 30 minutes | 218 kcal | 218 kcal | 0 |
| 45 minutes | 327 kcal | 327 kcal | 0 |
| 60 minutes | 435 kcal | 435 kcal | 0 |
| 90 minutes | 653 kcal | 653 kcal | 0 |
| 120 minutes | 871 kcal | 871 kcal | 0 |
Monthly & Yearly Calorie Burn Estimates
How many calories you could burn doing volleyball for 30 minutes per session in Sacramento, based on your current weight.
3 sessions / week
2,832
calories per month
34,008 cal/year
= ~9.7 lbs of fat
5 sessions / week
4,720
calories per month
56,680 cal/year
= ~16.2 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 0% applied for Sacramento.
Volleyball Tips for Sacramento's Climate
- With 9 months suitable for outdoor exercise, take advantage of year-round outdoor volleyball opportunities.
- Practice jumping technique to improve your vertical leap and reduce knee stress
- Strengthen your shoulders with rotator cuff exercises to prevent overuse injuries
Sacramento Fitness Overview
Sacramento, California (pop. 524,943) has a fitness score of 67/100 with 7.6 gyms per 100K residents and a walk score of 48. Residents average 6,300 daily steps and burn approximately 2,030 calories per day. Popular activities include cycling, running, kayaking.
Fitness Score
67/100
Walk Score
48
Obesity Rate
25.6%
Outdoor Months
9
Other Activities in Sacramento, CA
Shoveling Snow
MET 6 · High
~218 cal / 30 min
Surfing
MET 6 · Moderate to High
~218 cal / 30 min
Cooking
MET 2 · Low
~73 cal / 30 min
Gardening
MET 3.8 · Moderate
~138 cal / 30 min
Rugby
MET 8.3 · Very High
~301 cal / 30 min
Horseback Riding
MET 5.5 · Moderate
~200 cal / 30 min
Sleeping
MET 0.95 · Rest
~34 cal / 30 min
Weight Training
MET 6 · High
~218 cal / 30 min
Volleyball in Other California Cities
Los Angeles, CA
65°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
San Diego, CA
64°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
San Jose, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
San Francisco, CA
58°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
Fresno, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
Long Beach, CA
66°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
Oakland, CA
63°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
Bakersfield, CA
62°F · Mediterranean
~218 cal / 30 min
How We Calculate Calories Burned for Volleyball in Sacramento
Our calculator uses the standard MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) formula with a local climate adjustment for Sacramento:
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × Climate Factor
= 6 × Weight (kg) × Duration (hrs) × 1.00
The MET value of 6 for volleyball is sourced from the Compendium of Physical Activities. The climate factor of 1.00 accounts for Sacramento's average temperature of 65°F. Research shows that exercising in non-neutral temperatures increases energy expenditure as the body works to maintain its core temperature.
Volleyball involves jumping, diving, and quick lateral movements that provide a high-intensity intermittent workout. The sport develops explosive leg power from repeated jumping, upper body strength from hitting and blocking, and core stability from the rotational movements in serving and spiking. Beach volleyball on sand is even more demanding due to the unstable surface. Volleyball is excellent for developing reaction time, hand-eye coordination, and teamwork skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does volleyball burn in Sacramento, CA?
A 160 lb person burns approximately 218 calories during 30 minutes of volleyball in Sacramento. This accounts for Sacramento's mediterranean climate with an average temperature of 65°F, which adjusts calorie burn by 0% compared to standard conditions. The base MET value for volleyball is 6.
Does Sacramento's climate affect calories burned during volleyball?
Yes. Sacramento has a mediterranean climate averaging 65°F. Moderate temperatures are ideal for exercise. Your body does not need extra energy for thermoregulation, so calorie burn matches the standard MET calculation. This means volleyball in Sacramento burns approximately 0% calories compared to the standard MET calculation at 68-72°F.
What is the best time to do volleyball in Sacramento?
Sacramento's moderate climate (avg 65°F) with 9 outdoor-friendly months makes volleyball 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 volleyball in Sacramento?
At your current weight, doing volleyball for 30 minutes in Sacramento: 3 sessions/week burns ~2,832 cal/month (34,008 cal/year), while 5 sessions/week burns ~4,720 cal/month (56,680 cal/year). These estimates include the 0% climate adjustment for Sacramento's 65°F average temperature.
Is volleyball popular in Sacramento, CA?
While volleyball may not be the most popular activity in Sacramento (popular activities include cycling, running, kayaking), it is still widely practiced. The city offers 7.6 gyms per 100K residents and has a fitness score of 67/100. The mediterranean climate with 9 outdoor months supports volleyball for much of the year.