Convert 5 Hectopascals to Bar
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5 Hectopascals is equal to 0.005 Bar.
How to Convert 5 Hectopascals to Bar
To convert, start with the base conversion factor:
1 Hectopascal = 0.001 Bar
Now, we can multiply both sides by 5 to find the result for your value:
(1 × 5) hPa = (0.001 × 5) bar
5 hPa = 0.005000 bar
5 hPa = 0.005000 bar
Conversion Factors
1 Hectopascal = 0.001 Bar
1 Bar = 1,000 Hectopascals
Formula:
Bar = Hectopascals × 0.001
Calculation:
5 hPa × 0.001 = 0.005000 bar
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.