Moving Average Calculator
Calculate moving average with explicit inputs and a worked example.
Formula
- Use the units shown beside each field.
- Results update automatically whenever you change an input.
- Displayed values use up to four decimal places, or scientific notation for very small or large numbers. Calculations use standard floating-point arithmetic; exact integer and fraction tools identify their own precision rules.
- Only full windows are returned, aligned to their final observation.
Example Calculation
- Data in time order: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- Window size: 3
A 3-point moving average of 1,2,3,4,5 is 2,3,4.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use this calculator?
Enter data in time order, window size. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.
What method does it use?
Average each consecutive full window of w observations.. Only full windows are returned, aligned to their final observation.
Why might a rounded result differ?
The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.
Are my inputs saved online?
No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.
Check the assumptions and units before using this result. Read about calculation methods.