Convert Hectopascal to Kilopascal
Enter the number of hectopascals that you want to convert to kilopascals.
How to Convert Hectopascals to Kilopascals
The hectopascal and kilopascal are both units of pressure. By definition, 1 kilopascal equals exactly 10 hectopascals. This means to convert hectopascals to kilopascals, you divide by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 hPa to kilopascals:
We need to convert hectopascals to kilopascals
Since 1 kPa = 10 hPa, divide by 10
5 ÷ 10 = 0.5
5 hPa = 0.5 kPa
Hectopascal to Kilopascal Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common hectopascal to kilopascal conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Hectopascals (hPa) | Kilopascals (kPa) |
|---|---|
| 1 hPa | 0.1 kPa |
| 2 hPa | 0.2 kPa |
| 5 hPa | 0.5 kPa |
| 10 hPa | 1 kPa |
| 15 hPa | 1.5 kPa |
| 20 hPa | 2 kPa |
| 25 hPa | 2.5 kPa |
| 50 hPa | 5 kPa |
| 100 hPa | 10 kPa |
About These Units
Hectopascal (hPa)
A hectopascal (hPa) equals 100 Pascals and is identical to one millibar. Hectopascals are the standard unit for atmospheric pressure in meteorology and aviation worldwide. Standard sea level pressure is 1013.25 hPa. Weather maps display pressure in hPa.
Kilopascal (kPa)
A kilopascal (kPa) equals 1,000 Pascals or approximately 0.145 PSI. Kilopascals measure tire pressure in metric countries (typically 200-250 kPa for cars), blood pressure, and industrial processes. Standard atmospheric pressure is 101.325 kPa.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert hectopascals to kilopascals?
To convert hectopascals to kilopascals, divide the value by 10. For example, 10 hPa = 1 kPa.
How many kilopascals are in 1 hectopascal?
1 hectopascal equals 0.1 kilopascals.
What is the formula for hectopascals to kilopascals?
The formula is: kPa = hPa ÷ 10.