40 Minute Timer

Forty minutes is a common length for a school lesson, so teachers use it to keep track of a full class period. Press play to start the 40 minute countdown, or switch the direction to count up.

40:00Ready

Full screen with only the timer. Made for projectors, TVs, and smartboards.

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Space: play/pause | R: reset | P: present | +: add 1 min

What people use a 40 minute timer for

  • Pace a full 40-minute lesson
  • Sit a mock exam section
  • Go for a long run

How long is 40 minutes?

40 minutes is 2,400 seconds. The timer starts at 40:00 and alerts you when it reaches zero.

What is a 40 minute timer good for?

Forty minutes is a common length for a school lesson, so teachers use it to keep track of a full class period. People also use it to pace a full 40-minute lesson, sit a mock exam section, or go for a long run.

Can I project the 40 minute timer on a big screen?

Yes. Click Present on a big screen and the page shows only the timer, full screen, in digits large enough to read from the back of a room.

Can the 40 minute timer count up or finish silently?

Yes. Count up climbs from 00:00 to 40:00 and still alerts you at the end, and setting the alarm to Off gives a silent finish.

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