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Convert Joules to Kilowatt-hours (J to kWh)

1 J = 2.77778e-7 kWh. Convert joules to kilowatt-hours with the exact factor, a common-values table and a free converter.

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Conversion factor

kWh = J × 2.77778e-7

1 J = 2.77778e-7 kWh

Multiply by 2.77778e-7 kWh to go from joules to kilowatt-hours, or divide by it to come back. The factor and every value below are computed by the same converter that runs at /convert, so this page and the tool cannot disagree.

J to kWh table

Common joules values converted to kilowatt-hours
Joules (J)Kilowatt-hours (kWh)
1 J2.77778e-7 kWh
2 J5.55556e-7 kWh
5 J1.38889e-6 kWh
10 J2.77778e-6 kWh
20 J5.55556e-6 kWh
50 J1.38889e-5 kWh
100 J2.77778e-5 kWh

Every figure is computed at build time by the site’s own converter from the energy unit registry. For a value that is not listed, put it into the interactive converter.

Frequently asked questions

How many kilowatt-hours are in one Joule?

One Joule is 2.77778e-7 kWh, so 100 J is 2.77778e-5 kWh.

What is the formula to convert joules to kilowatt-hours?

kWh = J × 2.77778e-7. Multiply the value in joules by 2.77778e-7 to get kilowatt-hours.

How do I convert kilowatt-hours back to joules?

J = kWh × 3600000, so 1 kWh is 3600000 J. The kWh to J page carries the same table in that direction.