Normal weight for 13 year olds (lbs)
The average weight for 13 year old teenage boys is 101 lbs and 13 year old teenage girls average 101.4 lbs1 The tables below show the distribution of weight by percentile of the 13 year year old population.
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13 year old girls under 76 lbs or over 135 lbs and 13 year old boys who weigh less than 75 lbs or more than 133 lbs may want to consult with a doctor. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children who's weight is outside the 5th or 85th percentiles seek professional advice to determine if further evaluation is needed2.
Around the age of 13, adolescents experience significant physical and emotional changes. On average, a 13-year-old weighs approximately 101 lbs for boys and 101 lbs for girls based on CDC growth charts1. As they transition into puberty, teenagers may experience variations in weight due to hormonal fluctuations and growth spurts. Encouraging healthy lifestyle choices and body positivity can support their self-esteem and overall well-being.
Body weight percentile table for 13 year old teenage boys
| Percentile | Weight |
|---|---|
| 3rd | 72.7 lbs |
| 5th | 75.4 lbs |
| 10th | 80.1 lbs |
| 25th | 89 lbs |
| 50th | 101 lbs |
| 75th | 116.1 lbs |
| 90th | 133.3 lbs |
| 95th | 145.7 lbs |
| 97th | 154.9 lbs |
Body weight percentile table for 13 year old teenage girls
| Percentile | Weight |
|---|---|
| 3rd | 73.6 lbs |
| 5th | 76.3 lbs |
| 10th | 80.7 lbs |
| 25th | 89.4 lbs |
| 50th | 101.4 lbs |
| 75th | 116.8 lbs |
| 90th | 135.2 lbs |
| 95th | 149 lbs |
| 97th | 159.6 lbs |
Source Citations
- Robert J. Kuczmarski Dr.P.H. et al., Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services 2000 CDC Growth Charts for the United States: Methods and Development
- American Academy of Pediatrics Is Your Child Overweight?