Convert Meter to Astronomical Unit
Enter the number of meters that you want to convert to astronomical units.
How to Convert Meters to Astronomical Units
The meter and astronomical unit are both units of length. By definition, 1 astronomical unit equals exactly 149600000000 meters. This means to convert meters to astronomical units, you divide by 149600000000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 m to astronomical units:
We need to convert meters to astronomical units
Since 1 AU = 149600000000 m, divide by 149600000000
5 ÷ 149600000000 = 3.3422459893e-11
5 m = 3.3422459893e-11 AU
Meter to Astronomical Unit Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common meter to astronomical unit conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Meters (m) | Astronomical Units (AU) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m | 6.6844919786e-13 AU |
| 0.5 m | 3.3422459893e-12 AU |
| 1 m | 6.6844919786e-12 AU |
| 2 m | 1.3368983957e-11 AU |
| 5 m | 3.3422459893e-11 AU |
| 10 m | 6.6844919786e-11 AU |
| 25 m | 1.6711229947e-10 AU |
| 50 m | 3.3422459893e-10 AU |
| 100 m | 6.6844919786e-10 AU |
About These Units
Meter (m)
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI), used worldwide for scientific and everyday measurements. One meter equals 100 centimeters, 3.281 feet, or 39.37 inches. Originally defined as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole.
Astronomical Unit (AU)
An astronomical unit (AU) is the average distance from Earth to the Sun: approximately 149.6 million kilometers or 93 million miles. AUs measure distances within our solar system. Mars is 1.52 AU from the Sun, Jupiter is 5.2 AU.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert meters to astronomical units?
To convert meters to astronomical units, divide the value by 149600000000. For example, 10 m = 6.6844919786e-11 AU.
How many astronomical units are in 1 meter?
1 meter equals 6.6844919786e-12 astronomical units.
What is the formula for meters to astronomical units?
The formula is: AU = m ÷ 149600000000.