Length conversion
5 in to cm
12.7 cm
5 inches = 12.7 centimetres. Exact factor: cm = in × 2.54.
Live converter
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The formula
cm = in × 2.54
Worked example: 5 × 2.54 = 12.7 cm.
Values near 5 in
| in | cm |
|---|---|
| 4.25 | 10.8 |
| 4.5 | 11.43 |
| 4.75 | 12.07 |
| 5this page | 12.7 |
| 5.25 | 13.34 |
| 5.5 | 13.97 |
| 5.75 | 14.61 |
Frequently asked
How do you convert inches to centimetres?
Apply the formula cm = in × 2.54. Enter any value in the live converter above and the result updates as you type.
What is 5 in in cm?
5 in equals 12.7 cm. The reference table below shows the values immediately around 5 in.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. The inch has been exactly 2.54 cm since the 1959 international yard and pound agreement.