Conversion table: Inches (in) to Centimetres (cm)
| Inches (in) | Centimetres (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 3 | 7.62 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 15 | 38.1 |
| 20 | 50.8 |
| 25 | 63.5 |
| 50 | 127 |
| 75 | 190.5 |
| 100 | 254 |
| 250 | 635 |
| 500 | 1,270 |
| 1,000 | 2,540 |
How to use the Inches to Centimetres
- 1 Choose a category, such as length or temperature.
- 2 Enter the value and pick the unit to convert from and to.
- 3 Read the result; use the ⇄ button to swap the units.
Formula
centimetres = inches × 2.54
Since 1959 the inch has been defined internationally as exactly 25.4 millimetres, so this conversion is exact.
Feet and inches
Heights are often given in feet and inches, such as 5′10″. Convert the feet to inches first (5 × 12 = 60, plus 10 = 70 inches) and multiply by 2.54: 70 × 2.54 = 177.8 cm.
Frequently asked questions
How many cm is 1 inch?
Exactly 2.54 cm.
How many cm is 12 inches?
12 inches (one foot) is 30.48 cm.
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