Cm to m
One cm equals 0.01 m. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
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Common values
| cm | m |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.01 m |
| 2 cm | 0.02 m |
| 3 cm | 0.03 m |
| 5 cm | 0.05 m |
| 10 cm | 0.1 m |
| 15 cm | 0.15 m |
| 20 cm | 0.2 m |
| 25 cm | 0.25 m |
| 50 cm | 0.5 m |
| 100 cm | 1 m |
| 500 cm | 5 m |
| 1000 cm | 10 m |
How to use
- Enter the number of cm in the field.
- The result in m updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: m = cm ÷ 100. Going back the other way, one m is 100 cm.
Metric units differ by powers of ten
Both units belong to the metric system, so the conversion is a shift of the decimal point: the factor is a power of ten and nothing is lost to rounding.
m = cm ÷ 100
Frequently asked questions
How many m are in one cm?
One cm is 0.01 m.
How do I convert cm to m?
Multiply by the factor: m = cm ÷ 100.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert m back to cm?
One m is 100 cm — or open the reverse page linked below.