The general recommended daily water intake in fluid ounces varies by age, sex, and life stage, but typical guidelines are:

• Adult men: about 104 to 131 ounces (13 to 16.5 cups) of fluids per day
• Adult women: about 72 to 95 ounces (9 to 12 cups) of fluids per day
• Pregnant women: about 80 ounces (10 cups) per day
• Breastfeeding women: about 104 ounces (13 cups) per day
• Children vary by age, ranging from about 32 ounces (4 cups) for toddlers to 88 ounces (11 cups) for teens

These amounts include all fluids consumed, including water, other beverages, and moisture from food. The commonly cited "8 glasses a day" (64 ounces) is a rough guideline but may not suit everyone, as hydration needs depend on factors like activity level, climate, body size, and health status

. For most healthy adults, drinking enough to keep urine light-colored is a practical indicator of adequate hydration. Physically active people or those in hot climates typically need more fluids

. In summary, aiming for roughly 72–131 fluid ounces daily, adjusted for individual factors, is a good general target for water intake.