Moving Average Calculator
The Moving Average Calculator computes the simple moving average (SMA) of a data series over a chosen window, useful for smoothing prices and spotting trends. Enter the values and the period.
Formula
SMA = (sum of the last N values) ÷ N
- Each point averages the previous N values, smoothing short-term noise.
- A larger period gives a smoother but slower-reacting line.
10,12,14,13,15,16,18 with period 3
Inputs
- Values (comma-separated): 10,12,14,13,15,16,18
- Period (window): 3
The last three values 15, 16, 18 average to 16.33.
Frequently asked questions
What is a simple moving average?
It is the average of the last N data points, recalculated as new data arrives, to smooth out fluctuations.