How to convert weeks to hours
To convert a measurement in weeks to hours, multiply the value by 168. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the second.
For example, to convert 5 wk to hours: 5 × 168 = 840 h.
What is a week?
A week is a unit of time equal to 7 days or 604,800 seconds. The seven-day week has ancient roots in Babylonian astronomy and Jewish tradition, and unlike other calendar units it has no basis in astronomical cycles, running continuously for millennia.
Common uses of weeks include: Work and school scheduling; Pay periods and billing cycles; Pregnancy and gestation tracking; Project sprints and planning.
What is a hour?
An hour is a unit of time equal to 60 minutes or 3,600 seconds. There are 24 hours in a day. The hour originated in ancient Egypt, where day and night were each divided into 12 parts. The fixed 60-minute hour became standard only after mechanical clocks made equal hours practical.
Common uses of hours include: Work shifts and hourly wages; Travel and flight durations; TV schedules and event planning; Battery life and runtime ratings.
Weeks to hours worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 wk = 168 h 5 wk = 840 h 10 wk = 1,680 h 50 wk = 8,400 h 100 wk = 16,800 h
Frequently asked questions
How many hours are in one week?
One week (wk) equals 168 hours (h). Multiply any value in weeks by 168 to convert to hours.
How do I convert weeks to hours?
Multiply the value in weeks by 168. For example, 5 wk × 168 = 840 h.
How do I convert hours to weeks?
Multiply the value in hours by 0.005952380952, or divide by 168. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the week to hour conversion exact?
Fixed units (second through week) are exact. Month and year use the average Gregorian calendar length (30.44 and 365.2425 days) since these vary in practice.
What is the formula for weeks to hours?
The formula is: h = wk × 168. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the second.