How it's calculated
cm = in × 2.54
in = inches, cm = centimetres. 1 inch = 2.54 cm (exact).
Common values
| Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 6 | 15.24 |
| 12 | 30.48 |
| 24 | 60.96 |
| 36 | 91.44 |
Common questions
How many centimetres are in an inch?
Exactly 2.54 cm, a fixed definition from the 1959 yard and pound agreement.
How do I go from cm back to inches?
Divide the centimetres by 2.54, or just flip the direction in the converter.