Centimetres to Metres

Convert centimetres (cm) to metres (m) instantly — with formula and reference table.

Quick answer: 1 cm = 0.01 m. To convert centimetres to metres, multiply by cm × 0.01.

Converting centimetres to metres

This converter changes a value in centimetres (cm) into metres (m). One centimetre equals 0.01 m. One metre equals 100 centimetres, so converting centimetres to metres means dividing by 100. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — enter a value and the result updates instantly, in either direction.

Formula

m = cm × 0.01

Example

Convert 10 cm to m: 10 × 0.01 = 0.1 m.

Centimetres to Metres conversion table

How to use this converter

1. Enter a value in the centimetres (cm) field.
2. Read the converted value in metres (m) below.
3. Type into the m field instead to convert in reverse, or use the swap button.

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