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Volleyball size

An official volleyball is 8.15–8.4 in (20.7–21.3 cm) across and 25.59–26.38 in (65–67 cm) around, weighing 9.17–9.88 oz (260–280 g).

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Volleyball drawn to scale beside a credit card

Measurements

Volleyball sizes
SizeCircumferenceDiameterWeightWho uses it
Indoor (official)25.59–26.38 in (65–67 cm)8.15–8.4 in (20.7–21.3 cm)9.17–9.88 oz (260–280 g)All indoor competition

What to know

Beach volleyballs share the same size range but are inflated to a lower pressure.

Diameter is calculated from the official circumference (diameter = circumference ÷ π).

Questions people ask

What is the diameter of a volleyball?

8.15–8.4 in (20.7–21.3 cm).

How much does a volleyball weigh?

9.17–9.88 oz (260–280 g).

Related sizes

Sources and method

  • FIVB Official Volleyball Rules, Rule 3

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