Convert 179 Hectopascals to Standard Atmospheres
Need to convert 179 Hectopascals to Standard Atmospheres? Use our pressure converter to instantly get the answer.
179 Hectopascals is equal to 0.176659 Standard Atmospheres.
How to Convert 179 Hectopascals to Standard Atmospheres
To convert, start with the base conversion factor:
1 Hectopascal = 0.0009869233 Standard Atmospheres
Now, we can multiply both sides by 179 to find the result for your value:
(1 × 179) hPa = (0.0009869233 × 179) atm
179 hPa = 0.176659 atm
179 hPa = 0.176659 atm
Conversion Factors
1 Hectopascal = 0.0009869233 Standard Atmospheres
1 Standard Atmosphere = 1,013.25 Hectopascals
Formula:
Standard Atmospheres = Hectopascals × 0.0009869233
Calculation:
179 hPa × 0.0009869233 = 0.176659 atm
About the Hectopascal
The hectopascal (hPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 100 pascals. It is used in meteorology, where it is equivalent to the older unit, the millibar. For a more detailed history, read more on Wikipedia.