Unlock precise atmospheric pressure conversions from inHg to hPa with our user-friendly converter, designed to cater to meteorologists, aviation professionals, and weather enthusiasts.
Inch of mercury (inHg) is a unit of measurement for pressure. It represents the pressure exerted by a column of mercury one inch in height at the standard acceleration of gravity. Customarily measured at 60 degrees Fahrenheit, inHg is commonly used in meteorology to report barometric pressure.
Definition of HectopascalThe hectopascal (hPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 100 pascals. It is a standard unit for measuring atmospheric pressure and is widely used in meteorology. Hectopascals offer a direct numerical expression for pressure readings that are important for weather forecasting and analysis.
| Inch Mercury (inHg) | Hectopascal (hPa) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 inHg | 0.34 hPa |
| 0.02 inHg | 0.68 hPa |
| 0.03 inHg | 1.02 hPa |
| 0.04 inHg | 1.36 hPa |
| 0.05 inHg | 1.70 hPa |
| 0.10 inHg | 3.39 hPa |
| 0.20 inHg | 6.78 hPa |
| 0.30 inHg | 10.17 hPa |
| 0.40 inHg | 13.56 hPa |
| 0.50 inHg | 16.95 hPa |
1 inHg = 33.8639 hPa
1 hPa = 0.02953 inHg
Example 1:
Convert 29.92 inHg to hPa:
29.92 inHg = 29.92 × 33.8639 hPa = 1013.25 hPa
Example 2:
Convert 28.50 inHg to hPa:
28.50 inHg = 28.50 × 33.8639 hPa = 965.12 hPa
The Inch Mercury 60 Degree Fahrenheit to Hectopascal Converter is rooted in historical meteorological practices. Initially, mercury barometers measured atmospheric pressure in inches of mercury. Over time, the international meteorological community has adopted the hectopascal, leading to the necessity of such conversion tools.
Discover the wide-ranging applications of the inHg to hPa Converter in various fields, from aviation to meteorology.
Example 1:
To convert 30 inHg to hPa:
30 inHg = 30 × 33.8639 hPa = 1015.92 hPa
Example 2:
To convert 28 inHg to hPa:
28 inHg = 28 × 33.8639 hPa = 948.19 hPa
The accuracy depends on the precision of the input value and the standard conversion factor used by the tool.
For optimal accuracy, the converter is calibrated for 60 degrees Fahrenheit, as this is the standard temperature for inHg measurements.
Yes, professionals in meteorology and aviation commonly use this converter for precise pressure conversions.
