Joules to Calories Converter
Convert joules (J) to calories (cal). Type a number in either box and the result appears as you type.
Enter a number, for example 12.5
1 joule = 0.2390057361 calories
Formula: cal = J ÷ 4.184
How to convert joules to calories
1 joule = 0.2390057361 calories
To convert joules to calories, divide the value by 4.184.
Example: 5 J ÷ 4.184 = 1.195028681 cal
Joules to Calories conversion table
| Joule (J) | Calorie (cal) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.23900574 |
| 2 | 0.47801147 |
| 3 | 0.71701721 |
| 4 | 0.95602294 |
| 5 | 1.1950287 |
| 10 | 2.3900574 |
| 15 | 3.585086 |
| 20 | 4.7801147 |
| 25 | 5.9751434 |
| 50 | 11.950287 |
| 75 | 17.92543 |
| 100 | 23.900574 |
| 250 | 59.751434 |
| 500 | 119.50287 |
| 1,000 | 239.00574 |
About joules and calories
Joule (J)
The SI unit of energy, the work done by a force of one newton over one meter.
Calorie (cal)
Exactly 4.184 joules (the thermochemical calorie). The food Calorie is actually a kilocalorie.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1 J in calories?
1 J = 0.2390057361 cal.
What is 1 cal in joules?
1 cal = 4.184 J.
How do I convert joules to calories?
To convert joules to calories, divide the value by 4.184. 1 joule = 0.2390057361 calories.