Hours to Days Converter
Convert between hours and days for accurate time calculations
Time Duration Calculator
60 minutes = 1 hour
24 hours = 1 day
Conversion Results
Conversion Formula: Days = Hours ÷ 24
Calculation: 0 hrs ÷ 24 = 0.0000 days
Reference: This is an exact conversion - 1 day = exactly 24 hours
Common Conversions
| Hours | Days | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0417 | 1/24 |
| 2 | 0.0833 | 1/12 |
| 3 | 0.1250 | 1/8 |
| 4 | 0.1667 | 1/6 |
| 6 | 0.2500 | 1/4 |
| 8 | 0.3333 | 1/3 |
| 12 | 0.5000 | 1/2 |
| 18 | 0.7500 | 3/4 |
| 24 | 1.0000 | 1 |
| 48 | 2.0000 | 2 |
| 72 | 3.0000 | 3 |
| 168 | 7.0000 | 7 |
Quick Reference
Basic Conversions
1 day = 24 hours (exact)
1 hour = 1/24 day ≈ 0.04167 days
1 hour = 60 minutes
1 day = 1,440 minutes
Common Examples
8 hours = 1/3 day (work day)
12 hours = 1/2 day
72 hours = 3 days
Usage Tips
Use for scheduling
Project planning
Medical dosing intervals
Time Scale Examples
Work Day
8 hours (1/3 day)
Sleep
8 hours (1/3 day)
Weekend
48 hours (2 days)
Week
168 hours (7 days)
Understanding Hours and Days Conversion
What are Hours and Days?
Hours and days are units of time measurement. A day is defined as 24 hours, making this one of the most straightforward time conversions. This relationship is exact and universal.
When to Use Each Unit
Use Hours For:
- • Short-term scheduling
- • Work shifts and activities
- • Medical dosing intervals
- • Precise timing requirements
Use Days For:
- • Long-term planning
- • Project timelines
- • Event scheduling
- • Calendar calculations
Conversion Formula
Days = Hours ÷ 24
Hours = Days × 24
Practical Examples
Work Week Example
40 hours = 40 ÷ 24 = 1.667 days
Weekend Example
2 days = 2 × 24 = 48 hours
Medical Example
Every 6 hours = 24 ÷ 6 = 4 times per day
Detailed Conversion Table
Hours to Days (Common Values)
| Hours | Days (Decimal) | Days (Fraction) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.04167 | 1/24 |
| 6 | 0.25 | 1/4 |
| 8 | 0.33333 | 1/3 |
| 12 | 0.5 | 1/2 |
| 18 | 0.75 | 3/4 |
| 24 | 1.0 | 1 |
Days to Hours (Common Values)
| Days | Hours | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 12 | Half day |
| 1 | 24 | Full day |
| 2 | 48 | Weekend |
| 3 | 72 | Long weekend |
| 7 | 168 | Week |
| 30 | 720 | Month |