Millimeter to Centimeter Converter (mm to cm)

How to convert millimeters to centimeters

1 millimeter is equal to 0.1 centimeters, and 1 centimeter is equal to 10 millimeters. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

centimeters = millimeters × 0.1
centimeters = millimeters ÷ 10

Example: convert 15 mm to cm: 15 × 0.1 = 1.5 cm.

A millimeter is one thousandth of a meter. It's the standard unit in engineering drawings, manufacturing, rainfall and screen and paper sizes.

Symbol: mm · 1 mm = 0.001 m · Category: Metric (SI)

A centimeter is one hundredth of a meter. It's widely used for body height, clothing sizes, rulers and everyday objects.

Symbol: cm · 1 cm = 0.01 m · Category: Metric (SI)

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in a millimeter?

There are 0.1 centimeters in 1 millimeter (mm).

How many millimeters are in a centimeter?

1 centimeter (cm) equals 10 millimeters.

How do I convert millimeters to centimeters?

Multiply the length in millimeters by 0.1. For example, 15 mm × 0.1 = 1.5 cm.

How do I convert centimeters to millimeters?

Divide the length in centimeters by 0.1, or multiply it by 10. You can also use the Centimeter to Millimeter converter.