Exact Conversion Factors
This converter uses internationally defined factors — not rounded approximations:
- 1 inch = exactly 2.54 cm (international yard and pound agreement, 1959)
- 1 pound = exactly 0.45359237 kg
- 1 mile = exactly 1.609344 km
- 1 US gallon = exactly 3.785411784 liters
°F = °C × 1.8 + 32 · K = °C + 273.15
Temperature is the only category converted with offset formulas rather than simple multiplication — this tool handles that automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilometers to miles?
Multiply km by 0.621371 — e.g. 10 km = 6.21 miles. Miles to km: multiply by 1.60934.
How do I convert kilograms to pounds?
Multiply kg by 2.20462 — e.g. 70 kg = 154.32 lbs. Pounds to kg: multiply by 0.453592.
How do I convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
°F = °C × 1.8 + 32 — e.g. 25°C = 77°F. Back again: °C = (°F − 32) ÷ 1.8.
Is this converter exact?
Yes — internationally defined factors (1 in = exactly 2.54 cm; 1 lb = exactly 0.45359237 kg), shown to 6 significant decimals.