Convert joules to kilocalories

Joules to kilocalories. Enter a value to convert, or use the joules to kilocalories chart further down the page.

1 J = 0.0002390057361 kcal

1 joule equals 0.0002390057361 kilocalories. Going the other way, 1 kilocalorie = 4,184 joules.

How to convert joules to kilocalories

To convert joules to kilocalories, multiply the joule value by 0.0002390057361. You can also divide by 4184 to get the same answer.

kcal = J × 0.0002390057361

Convert 15 J to kilocalories:

15 J = 0.003585086042 kcal

Use this joules to kilocalories table for quick reference without typing anything.

The joule is the SI unit of energy: the work done by a force of one newton acting over one meter.

The kilocalorie, written kcal or capital-C Calorie, is 1,000 thermochemical calories — the unit meant by “calories” on food packaging.

How many kilocalories are in a joule?

1 joules equals 0.0002390057361 kilocalories. Going the other way, 1 kilocalories is 4,184 joules.

How do you convert joules to kilocalories?

To convert joules to kilocalories, multiply the joule value by 0.0002390057361. You can also divide by 4184 to get the same answer.

What is 10 joules in kilocalories?

10 joules equals 0.002390057361 kilocalories. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.