How to use the Unit Converter
- Choose a category such as length or weight.
- Type a value and pick the unit you are converting from.
- See the value in every other unit. Click any result to copy it.
Formula used
Every unit is converted to a base unit (metre, kilogram, square metre, litre and so on) and then to the target unit. Temperatures use offset formulas:
°F = °C × 9/5 + 32 · K = °C + 273.15Worked examples
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 5 feet 10 inches | 177.8 cm |
| 1 kg | 2.20462 lb |
| 11 stone | 69.85 kg |
| 37 °C | 98.6 °F |
| 10 miles | 16.09 km |
| 1 US gallon | 3.785 litres |
Frequently asked questions
How many cm is 5 feet?
152.4 cm. Each extra inch adds 2.54 cm, so 5 ft 6 in is 167.64 cm.
How many pounds are in a stone?
14 pounds, or 6.35 kg. Stones are still used for body weight in the UK and Ireland.
How do I convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
Multiply by 9, divide by 5 and add 32. 30 °C is 86 °F.
Is a US gallon the same as a UK gallon?
No. A US gallon is 3.785 litres and a UK imperial gallon is 4.546 litres, so UK miles-per-gallon figures look higher.
How many MB are in a GB?
In decimal units, 1 GB = 1,000 MB. In binary units, 1 GiB = 1,024 MiB, which is what Windows shows as "GB".