Conversion Formulas

These formulas provide the mathematical basis for converting between different units of measurement. Use the tabs below to navigate between different measurement categories.

Metric to Imperial

Millimeters to Inches

inches = millimeters × 0.03937

Centimeters to Inches

inches = centimeters × 0.3937

Meters to Feet

feet = meters × 3.28084

Kilometers to Miles

miles = kilometers × 0.62137

Imperial to Metric

Inches to Millimeters

millimeters = inches × 25.4

Inches to Centimeters

centimeters = inches × 2.54

Feet to Meters

meters = feet × 0.3048

Miles to Kilometers

kilometers = miles × 1.60934

How to Use These Formulas

To convert a value from one unit to another, simply substitute the value into the appropriate formula.

Example

To convert 20°C to Fahrenheit: °F = (20 × 9/5) + 32 = 68°F