Practical measurement guide
5/16 Inch to MM and CM
Convert 5/16 inch to decimal inches, centimeters, and millimeters with ruler-position and rounding guidance.
5/16 inch equals 0.3125 decimal inches, 0.79375 cm, and 7.9375 mm.
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Decimals and fractions work, for example 1.5, 1/2, or 1 1/2.
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Fractions
0.3125 in = 7.9375 mm
0.3125 in × 25.4 = 7.9375 mm
Decimal inches0.3125 in
Feet + inches0 ft 0.3125 in
Nearest 1/16 inch5/16"
Fraction inch result
5/16 inch equals 0.3125 inches, 0.79375 cm, and 7.9375 mm.
Calculation method
First divide 5 by 16 to get decimal inches. Then multiply decimal inches by 25.4 for millimeters or by 2.54 for centimeters.
Nearby ruler fractions
| Fraction | Decimal inches | Millimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16 in | 0.25 | 6.35 mm |
| 5/16 in | 0.3125 | 7.9375 mm |
| 6/16 in | 0.375 | 9.525 mm |
Precision note
This page keeps the fraction exact and rounds the metric result only for display. Use 64ths when the tool or ruler supports fine increments; otherwise round to 32nds, 16ths, or 8ths.
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Frequently asked questions
What is 5/16 inch as a decimal?
5/16 inch is 0.3125 decimal inches.
How many mm is 5/16 inch?
5/16 inch equals 7.9375 millimeters.
Is the fraction simplified?
Yes. This page uses a canonical common ruler fraction and does not publish duplicate simplified equivalents.