Metric to Imperial Conversion
Convert metric units to imperial — and back. Charts, formulas, worked examples, and quick-access calculators for length, weight, volume, and temperature.
Quick Access Converters
Converting Metric to Imperial – Length
Length is one of the most common conversion needs — construction plans, travel distances, clothing sizes, and scientific measurements all mix metric and imperial regularly.
Metric to Imperial Length Formulas
Meters → Feet
Multiply × 3.28084
5 m → 16.404 ft
Meters → Inches
Multiply × 39.3701
2 m → 78.74 in
Kilometers → Miles
Multiply × 0.621371
100 km → 62.14 mi
Centimeters → Inches
Multiply ÷ 2.54
30 cm → 11.81 in
Millimeters → Inches
Multiply ÷ 25.4
50 mm → 1.969 in
Meters → Yards
Multiply × 1.09361
10 m → 10.936 yd
Metric to Imperial Length Chart
| Meters (m) | Feet (ft) | Inches (in) | Yards (yd) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.281 | 39.37 | 1.094 |
| 2 | 6.562 | 78.74 | 2.187 |
| 5 | 16.404 | 196.85 | 5.468 |
| 10 | 32.808 | 393.70 | 10.936 |
| 20 | 65.617 | 787.40 | 21.872 |
| 50 | 164.042 | 1,968.5 | 54.681 |
| 100 | 328.084 | 3,937 | 109.361 |
Converting Metric to Imperial – Weight & Mass
Weight conversions appear in medical dosing, grocery shopping, fitness tracking, and international shipping. The most common need is kilograms to pounds.
Metric to Imperial Weight Formulas
Kilograms → Pounds
Multiply × 2.20462
70 kg → 154.32 lb
Kilograms → Ounces
Multiply × 35.274
2 kg → 70.55 oz
Grams → Ounces
Multiply ÷ 28.3495
250 g → 8.818 oz
Kilograms → Stone
Multiply ÷ 6.35029
80 kg → 12.6 st
Metric Tons → Short Tons (US)
Multiply × 1.10231
5 t → 5.51 short tons
Grams → Pounds
Multiply ÷ 453.592
500 g → 1.102 lb
Kilograms to Pounds & Ounces Chart
| Kilograms (kg) | Pounds (lb) | Ounces (oz) | Stone (st) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.205 | 35.27 | 0.157 |
| 5 | 11.023 | 176.37 | 0.787 |
| 10 | 22.046 | 352.74 | 1.575 |
| 50 | 110.231 | 1763.7 | 7.874 |
| 70 | 154.324 | 2469.1 | 11.023 |
| 80 | 176.370 | 2821.9 | 12.598 |
| 100 | 220.462 | 3527.4 | 15.747 |
Converting Metric to Imperial – Volume
Volume conversions are especially important in cooking and liquid measurement, where US recipes use cups and fluid ounces while European recipes use milliliters and liters.
Liters → US Gallons
Multiply × 0.264172
10 L → 2.642 gal
Liters → UK Gallons
Multiply × 0.219969
10 L → 2.200 gal
Milliliters → Fluid Ounces (US)
Multiply ÷ 29.5735
500 ml → 16.91 fl oz
Liters → Pints (US)
Multiply × 2.11338
2 L → 4.227 pt
Liters → Cups (US)
Multiply × 4.22675
1 L → 4.227 cups
Cubic Meters → Cubic Feet
Multiply × 35.3147
1 m³ → 35.31 ft³
Converting Metric to Imperial – Temperature
Temperature is unique — unlike other units, it doesn't use simple multiplication. The Celsius-to-Fahrenheit formula involves both multiplication and addition.
Celsius → Fahrenheit
°F = (°C × 1.8) + 32
Example: 25°C → (25 × 1.8) + 32 = 77°F
Fahrenheit → Celsius
°C = (°F − 32) × 0.5556
Example: 98.6°F → (98.6 − 32) × 0.5556 = 37°C
Celsius to Fahrenheit Quick Chart
| Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) | Context |
|---|---|---|
| -40°C | -40°F | Extreme cold (same in both) |
| 0°C | 32°F | Water freezing point |
| 10°C | 50°F | Cold weather |
| 20°C | 68°F | Room temperature |
| 25°C | 77°F | Warm day |
| 37°C | 98.6°F | Body temperature |
| 100°C | 212°F | Water boiling point |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert metric units to imperial units?
Use the specific conversion factor for each unit type. For length: multiply meters by 3.28084 to get feet. For weight: multiply kilograms by 2.20462 to get pounds. For volume: multiply liters by 0.264172 to get US gallons. For temperature: multiply Celsius by 1.8 and add 32 to get Fahrenheit.
What is the easiest way to convert metric to imperial for everyday use?
For quick mental math: 1 meter ≈ 3.3 feet, 1 kg ≈ 2.2 pounds, 1 liter ≈ 0.26 US gallons, 1 km ≈ 0.6 miles. These rounded values work well for everyday estimates.
Which countries still use imperial units?
The United States primarily uses the imperial system for everyday measurement. Liberia and Myanmar have also not officially adopted the metric system. The UK uses a mix — metric for most official purposes but imperial for road distances (miles) and body weight (stone and pounds).
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- Length Converter
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- Weight & Mass Converter
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- Volume Converter
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- Temperature Converter
Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin
- Area Converter
Square meters, square feet, acres
- Speed Converter
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