5 in to cm

5 in = 12.7 cm. Edit either value to convert instantly.

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cm	= 12.7 cm

Conversion formula

cm = in × (0.0254) × (100)

5 in = 12.7 cm

inch (in)

An inch is exactly 0.0254 m, or 2.54 cm; 12 inches make one foot.

Source: NIST SP 811, Appendix B.9 — conversion factors

centimeter (cm)

One centimeter equals exactly 0.01 m.

Source: BIPM SI Brochure, 9th edition — SI prefixes and accepted non-SI units

Nearby values

in	cm
1	= 2.54
2	= 5.08
3	= 7.62
4	= 10.16
5	= 12.7
6	= 15.24
7	= 17.78
8	= 20.32
9	= 22.86
10	= 25.4

in	cm
11	= 27.94
12	= 30.48
13	= 33.02
13.3	= 33.782
14	= 35.56
15	= 38.1
15.6	= 39.624
16	= 40.64
17	= 43.18
17.3	= 43.942

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in 5 inches?

5 in = 12.7 cm. cm = in × (0.0254) × (100)

How do I convert in to cm?

cm = in × (0.0254) × (100)

Is 1 inch bigger than 1 centimeter?

1 in = 2.54 cm.

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