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Joule to Kilowatt-hour Converter
Use this page to convert joule values into kilowatt-hour, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 J = 0.000000277777777777778 kWh
1 kWh = 3,600,000 J
Example: 120 J = 0.0000333333333333333 kWh
Joule
A joule is the work done by a force of one newton through one meter.
History: It is named after James Prescott Joule.
Current use: Joules are used in physics, engineering, and energy calculations.
Also written as J, joules.
Kilowatt-hour
A kilowatt-hour is the energy used by one kilowatt over one hour.
History: It became standard with electrical billing and metering.
Current use: Kilowatt-hours are used on utility bills and battery capacity discussions.
Also written as kWh, kilowatt hour, kilowatt hours, kilowatt-hours.
Joule to Kilowatt-hour table
| Joule [J] | Kilowatt-hour [kWh] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 J | 0.00000000277777777777778 kWh |
| 0.1 J | 0.0000000277777777777778 kWh |
| 1 J | 0.000000277777777777778 kWh |
| 2 J | 0.000000555555555555556 kWh |
| 5 J | 0.00000138888888888889 kWh |
| 10 J | 0.00000277777777777778 kWh |
| 20 J | 0.00000555555555555556 kWh |
| 50 J | 0.0000138888888888889 kWh |
| 100 J | 0.0000277777777777778 kWh |
Frequently asked questions
How many Kilowatt-hour (kWh) are in one Joule (J)?
One Joule equals 0.000000277777777777778 Kilowatt-hour.
How do you convert Joule to Kilowatt-hour?
Multiply the Joule value by 0.000000277777777777778 to get the result in Kilowatt-hour.
How do you convert Kilowatt-hour back to Joule?
Multiply the Kilowatt-hour value by 3,600,000 to get back to Joule.
What is 120 Joule in Kilowatt-hour?
120 Joule equals 0.0000333333333333333 Kilowatt-hour.