Choosing the right size golf glove is crucial for comfortable and effective play on the course. A glove that is too small can restrict movement and cause discomfort, while a glove that is too large can slide around and affect your grip.
To determine what size golf glove you need, you should measure the circumference of your dominant hand at its widest point, just below your knuckles. Take a tape measure and wrap it around your hand, making sure not to include your thumb. Then, take note of the measurement in inches.
Most golf gloves come in sizes ranging from small to extra-large, and the size you need will depend on your hand measurement. Use the following chart as a general guide:
- Small: Hand circumference of 7 to 7.5 inches
- Medium: Hand circumference of 7.5 to 8 inches
- Large: Hand circumference of 8 to 8.5 inches
- Extra-Large: Hand circumference of 8.5 to 9 inches
Keep in mind that some brands may have slightly different sizing charts, so it’s always a good idea to check the specific size chart for the glove you are interested in purchasing.
It’s also worth noting that some golfers prefer a tighter fit for their gloves, while others prefer a looser fit. Ultimately, the best glove size for you will depend on your personal preferences and comfort level. If possible, try on a few different sizes before making a purchase to find the one that feels the best for you.
Men’s Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-7.5 | XS | 6.5-6.75 | 2.5-3 | Left or Right |
| 7.5-8 | S | 6.75-7.25 | 3-3.25 | Left or Right |
| 8-8.5 | M | 7.25-7.75 | 3.25-3.5 | Left or Right |
| 8.5-9 | L | 7.75-8.25 | 3.5-3.75 | Left or Right |
| 9-9.5 | XL | 8.25-8.5 | 3.75-4.25 | Left or Right |
| 9.5-10 | XXL | 8.5-9 | 4.25-4.5 | Left or Right |
| 10-10.5 | 3XL | 9-9.5 | 4.5-5 | Left or Right |
| 10.5-11 | 4XL | 9.5-10 | 5-5.25 | Left or Right |
| 11-11.5 | 5XL | 10-10.25 | 5.25-5.5 | Left or Right |
| 11.5-12 | 6XL | 10.25-10.5 | 5.5-5.75 | Left or Right |
Women’s Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5-7.25 | S | 6.25-6.75 | 2.25-2.5 | Left or Right |
| 7.25-7.75 | M | 6.75-7.25 | 2.5-2.75 | Left or Right |
| 7.75-8.25 | L | 7.25-7.5 | 2.75-3.25 | Left or Right |
| 8.25-8.75 | XL | 7.5-7.75 | 3.25-3.5 | Left or Right |
| 8.75-9.25 | XXL | 7.75-8.25 | 3.5-3.75 | Left or Right |
| 9.25-9.75 | 3XL | 8.25-8.5 | 3.75-4 | Left or Right |
| 9.75-10.25 | 4XL | 8.5-8.75 | 4-4.25 | Left or Right |
| 10.25-10.75 | 5XL | 8.75-9.25 | 4.25-4.5 | Left or Right |
| 10.75-11.25 | 6XL | 9.25-9.5 | 4.5-4.75 | Left or Right |
| 11.25-11.75 | 7XL | 9.5-9.75 | 4.75-5.25 | Left or Right |
Junior Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5-6 | S | 5-5.25 | 2-2.25 | Left or Right |
| 6-6.5 | M | 5.25-5.5 | 2.25-2.5 | Left or Right |
| 6.5-7 | L | 5.5-5.75 | 2.5-2.75 | Left or Right |
| 7-7.5 | XL | 5.75-6.25 | 2.75-3 | Left or Right |
| 7.5-8 | XXL | 6.25-6.5 | 3-3.25 | Left or Right |
| 8-8.5 | 3XL | 6.5-6.75 | 3.25-3.5 | Left or Right |
| 8.5-9 | 4XL | 6.75-7 | 3.5-3.75 | Left or Right |
| 9-9.5 | 5XL | 7-7.25 | 3.75-4 | Left or Right |
| 9.5-10 | 6XL | 7.25-7.5 | 4-4.25 | Left or Right |
| 10-10.5 | 7XL | 7.5-7.75 | 4.25-4.5 | Left or Right |
Men’s Left-Handed Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-7.5 | S | 6.75-7.25 | 3.25-3.5 | Left Only |
| 7.5-8 | M | 7.25-7.75 | 3.5-3.75 | Left Only |
| 8-8.5 | ML | 7.75-8.25 | 3.75-4 | Left Only |
| 8.5-9 | L | 8.25-8.75 | 4-4.25 | Left Only |
| 9-9.5 | XL | 8.75-9.25 | 4.25-4.5 | Left Only |
| 9.5-10 | XXL | 9.25-9.75 | 4.5-4.75 | Left Only |
| 10-10.5 | 3XL | 9.75-10.25 | 4.75-5.25 | Left Only |
| 10.5-11.5 | 4XL | 10.25-10.75 | 5.25-5.5 | Left Only |
| 11.5-12 | 5XL | 10.75-11.25 | 5.5-5.75 | Left Only |
| 12-12.5 | 6XL | 11.25-11.75 | 5.75-6.25 | Left Only |
Men’s Right-Handed Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-7.5 | S | 6.75-7.25 | 3.25-3.5 | Right Only |
| 7.5-8 | M | 7.25-7.75 | 3.5-3.75 | Right Only |
| 8-8.5 | ML | 7.75-8.25 | 3.75-4 | Right Only |
| 8.5-9 | L | 8.25-8.75 | 4-4.25 | Right Only |
| 9-9.5 | XL | 8.75-9.25 | 4.25-4.5 | Right Only |
| 9.5-10 | XXL | 9.25-9.75 | 4.5-4.75 | Right Only |
| 10-10.5 | 3XL | 9.75-10.25 | 4.75-5.25 | Right Only |
Women’s Left-Handed Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-6.5 | S | 6-6.25 | 2.75-3 | Left Only |
| 6.5-7 | M | 6.25-6.5 | 3-3.25 | Left Only |
| 7-7.5 | L | 6.5-6.75 | 3.25-3.5 | Left Only |
| 7.5-8 | XL | 6.75-7 | 3.5-3.75 | Left Only |
| 8-8.5 | XXL | 7-7.25 | 3.75-4 | Left Only |
| 8.5-9 | 3XL | 7.25-7.5 | 4-4.25 | Left Only |
| 9-9.5 | 4XL | 7.5-7.75 | 4.25-4.5 | Left Only |
| 9.5-10 | 5XL | 7.75-8 | 4.5-4.75 | Left Only |
| 10-10.5 | 6XL | 8-8.25 | 4.75-5.25 | Left Only |
| 10.5-11.5 | 7XL | 8.25-8.75 | 5.25-5.5 | Left Only |
Women’s Right-Handed Golf Glove Sizes
| Hand Circumference (inches) | Glove Size | Suggested Hand Length (inches) | Suggested Hand Width (inches) | Hand Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-6.5 | S | 6-6.25 | 2.75-3 | Right Only |
| 6.5-7 | M | 6.25-6.5 | 3-3.25 | Right Only |
| 7-7.5 | L | 6.5-6.75 | 3.25-3.5 | Right Only |
| 7.5-8 | XL | 6.75-7 | 3.5-3.75 | Right Only |
| 8-8.5 | XXL | 7-7.25 | 3.75-4 | Right Only |
| 8.5-9 | 3XL | 7.25-7.5 | 4-4.25 | Right Only |
| 9-9.5 | 4XL | 7.5-7.75 | 4.25-4.5 | Right Only |
