Convert Millibar to Kilopascal
Type the number of millibars that you wish to convert to kilopascals.
How to Convert Millibars to Kilopascals
The millibar and kilopascal are both units of pressure. By definition, 1 kilopascal equals exactly 10 millibars. This means to convert millibars to kilopascals, you divide by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 mbar to kilopascals:
We need to convert millibars to kilopascals
Since 1 kPa = 10 mbar, divide by 10
5 ÷ 10 = 0.5
5 mbar = 0.5 kPa
Millibar to Kilopascal Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common millibar to kilopascal conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Millibars (mbar) | Kilopascals (kPa) |
|---|---|
| 1 mbar | 0.1 kPa |
| 2 mbar | 0.2 kPa |
| 5 mbar | 0.5 kPa |
| 10 mbar | 1 kPa |
| 15 mbar | 1.5 kPa |
| 20 mbar | 2 kPa |
| 25 mbar | 2.5 kPa |
| 50 mbar | 5 kPa |
| 100 mbar | 10 kPa |
About These Units
Millibar (mbar)
A millibar (mbar) equals 100 Pascals or one hectopascal. Millibars are used in meteorology for atmospheric pressure and weather forecasting. Standard sea level pressure is 1013.25 mbar. Hurricanes have central pressures below 950 mbar.
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 millibars to kilopascals?
To convert millibars to kilopascals, divide the value by 10. For example, 10 mbar = 1 kPa.
How many kilopascals are in 1 millibar?
1 millibar equals 0.1 kilopascals.
What is the formula for millibars to kilopascals?
The formula is: kPa = mbar ÷ 10.