Centimeters to Meters Converter
Convert centimeters to meters instantly. 1 cm = 0.01 m. Free two-way converter with the formula and a quick reference table.
How to convert centimeters to meters
meters = centimeters × 0.01
One centimeter equals 0.01 meters, so to convert centimeters to meters you multiply by 0.01. Going the other way, one meter is 100 centimeters. Both units measure length, so the conversion is an exact ratio that never changes.
10 centimeters = 0.1 meters. Multiply your centimeter figure by the factor above (or just type it into the box) to convert any amount.
Need the other direction? meters to centimeters
centimeters to meters table
| centimeters (cm) | meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.01 |
| 2 | 0.02 |
| 3 | 0.03 |
| 5 | 0.05 |
| 10 | 0.1 |
| 20 | 0.2 |
| 25 | 0.25 |
| 50 | 0.5 |
| 100 | 1 |
| 250 | 2.5 |
| 500 | 5 |
| 1,000 | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in a centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.01 meters. So to convert, multiply the number of centimeters by 0.01.
How do I convert centimeters to meters?
Multiply by 0.01, or simply enter the value in the converter above — it does the math instantly and works both ways.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes — both units measure the same quantity, so the ratio is fixed and this uses the standard internationally-agreed factor.