Convert 5 Hectopascals to Millibars
Need to convert 5 Hectopascals to Millibars? Use our pressure converter to instantly get the answer.
5 Hectopascals is equal to 5 Millibars.
How to Convert 5 Hectopascals to Millibars
To convert, start with the base conversion factor:
1 Hectopascal = 1 Millibars
Now, we can multiply both sides by 5 to find the result for your value:
(1 × 5) hPa = (1 × 5) mbar
5 hPa = 5.000000 mbar
5 hPa = 5.000000 mbar
Conversion Factors
1 Hectopascal = 1 Millibars
1 Millibar = 1 Hectopascals
Formula:
Millibars = Hectopascals × 1
Calculation:
5 hPa × 1 = 5.000000 mbar
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.