Kilometer to Dekameter Converter (km to dam)

How to convert kilometers to dekameters

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

dekameters = kilometers × 100
dekameters = kilometers ÷ 0.01

Example: convert 15 km to dam: 15 × 100 = 1,500 dam.

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)

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)

Frequently asked questions

How many dekameters are in a kilometer?

There are 100 dekameters in 1 kilometer (km).

How many kilometers are in a dekameter?

1 dekameter (dam) equals 0.01 kilometers.

How do I convert kilometers to dekameters?

Multiply the length in kilometers by 100. For example, 15 km × 100 = 1,500 dam.

How do I convert dekameters to kilometers?

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