CONVERSION · ENERGY

Watt-hours to kilojoules converter

Convert watt-hours to kilojoules with an editable calculator, worked example, formula and reference table. Check the unit definitions before you convert.

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Use a decimal point, such as 2.5. Enter a value in Wh; the result is in kJ.

Kilojoules≈ 360kJ

Formula

kJ ≈ Wh × 3.6

Worked example

Convert 100 Wh to kJ:

100 Wh ≈ 360 kJ

Multiply your Wh value by the factor above. The calculator uses the full conversion factor before rounding the displayed answer.

Watt-hours to kilojoules table

Reference values rounded to 10 significant digits. Use the converter above for other amounts.

Approximate conversion reference
Watt-hours (Wh)Kilojoules (kJ)
0.1≈ 0.36
0.5≈ 1.8
1≈ 3.6
2≈ 7.2
5≈ 18
10≈ 36
25≈ 90
50≈ 180
100≈ 360
1000≈ 3,600

Understanding watt-hours

One watt-hour equals 3,600 joules. It is the energy transferred by one watt over one hour. Battery energy estimates also depend on usable capacity and losses.

Understanding kilojoules

One kilojoule equals 1,000 joules. When comparing calorie-based values, confirm the calorie definition and distinguish a small calorie from a kilocalorie.

Precision and rounding

The calculator keeps decimal precision during the conversion. Displayed values use up to 10 significant digits; an approximation sign marks the reference results. Keep extra digits until your final measurement or purchase decision.

References

Definitions and method references. Example rates and prices on this page are editable assumptions.