Joules to Kilowatt-hours

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Quick reference

Joules (j)Kilowatt-hours (kwh)

Formula

Kilowatt-hours = joules ÷ 3600000

Multiply the joules value by 2.7777777777777776e-7 to get kilowatt-hours. To reverse — divide kilowatt-hours by 2.7777777777777776e-7 to get joules.

About this conversion

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over one meter. Learn more →

The kilowatt-hour (kWh) equals 3,600,000 joules and is the standard unit used by electricity meters worldwide. Learn more →

Source: NIST International Reference