Kilowatt-hours to Joules

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Convert kilowatt-hours to joules instantly. Enter a value below, or use the formula and reference table further down the page.

kWh — kilowatt-hours
J — joules
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Visual comparison: 1 kilowatt-hour equals 3600000 joules 1 KWH 3600000 J
1 kilowatt-hour is equal to 3600000 joules.

How to convert kilowatt-hours to joules

Multiply the value by 3600000.

J = kWh × 3600000

Example: 10 kWh = 36000000 J.

Kilowatt-hours to Joules conversion table

Kilowatt-hours (kWh)Joules (J)
1 kWh3600000 J
2 kWh7200000 J
3 kWh10800000 J
4 kWh14400000 J
5 kWh18000000 J
10 kWh36000000 J
15 kWh54000000 J
20 kWh72000000 J
25 kWh90000000 J
50 kWh180000000 J
100 kWh360000000 J

Frequently asked questions

How many joules is 1 kilowatt-hour?

1 kilowatt-hour equals 3600000 joules.

What is the formula to convert kWh to J?

To convert kWh to J, multiply the value by 3600000. The full formula is: J = kWh × 3600000.

How do I convert joules back to kilowatt-hours?

Use the same calculator above and type your value into the joules field instead — it converts in both directions. Or use the reverse formula: kWh = J ÷ 3600000.

Is the kWh to J conversion exact?

The conversion factor used here (3600000) is the standard internationally defined value. Results on this page are rounded to four decimal places for readability.

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