Hours to Days Converter

Convert between hours and days for accurate time calculations

Time Duration Calculator

hrs

60 minutes = 1 hour

days

24 hours = 1 day

Conversion Results

0.00
Hours
0.0000
Days
0
Minutes
0
Seconds
0.000
Weeks
0
Minutes

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

HoursDaysFraction
10.04171/24
20.08331/12
30.12501/8
40.16671/6
60.25001/4
80.33331/3
120.50001/2
180.75003/4
241.00001
482.00002
723.00003
1687.00007

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)

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Sleep

8 hours (1/3 day)

📅

Weekend

48 hours (2 days)

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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)

HoursDays (Decimal)Days (Fraction)
10.041671/24
60.251/4
80.333331/3
120.51/2
180.753/4
241.01

Days to Hours (Common Values)

DaysHoursContext
0.512Half day
124Full day
248Weekend
372Long weekend
7168Week
30720Month