How much water can you drink in one hour? A guide to safe hourly intake
                                
                                
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                                The kidneys of a healthy adult can eliminate approximately 0.8 to 1.0 liters of water per hour. This natural limitation means that drinking more than 32 to 34 ounces (about one liter) of water in a single hour is likely too much for the average person.