Dekameter to Kilometer Converter (dam to km)

How to convert dekameters to kilometers

1 dekameter is equal to 0.01 kilometers, and 1 kilometer is equal to 100 dekameters. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

kilometers = dekameters × 0.01
kilometers = dekameters ÷ 100

Example: convert 15 dam to km: 15 × 0.01 = 0.15 km.

A dekameter (also spelled decameter) is 10 meters. It's an SI unit that is seldom used in practice, apart from some sports and forestry measurements.

Symbol: dam · 1 dam = 10 m · Category: Metric (SI)

A kilometer is 1,000 meters. It's the standard unit for distances between places, road signs and running races in most countries.

Symbol: km · 1 km = 1,000 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many kilometers are in a dekameter?

There are 0.01 kilometers in 1 dekameter (dam).

How many dekameters are in a kilometer?

1 kilometer (km) equals 100 dekameters.

How do I convert dekameters to kilometers?

Multiply the length in dekameters by 0.01. For example, 15 dam × 0.01 = 0.15 km.

How do I convert kilometers to dekameters?

Divide the length in kilometers by 0.01, or multiply it by 100. You can also use the Kilometer to Dekameter converter.