Bar to Millibars Converter
Convert bar (bar) to millibars (mbar)
Result
1,000 mbar
Millibars
1 bar = 1,000 mbar
1 bar in other units
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How to convert bar to millibars
One bar equals 1,000 millibars, so multiply the number of bar by 1,000.
mbar = bar × 1,000
1 bar = 1,000 mbar · 1 mbar = 0.001 bar
Worked example
To convert 5 bar to millibars: 5 bar × 1,000 = 5,000 mbar.
About bar (bar)
One bar is 100 kPa, close to atmospheric pressure. Pumps, cylinders and pressure cookers often use bar.
About millibars (mbar)
A millibar is one thousandth of a bar (equal to a hectopascal), used in weather maps.
More conversions
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Frequently asked questions
How many millibars are in one bar?
One bar equals 1,000 millibars.
How many bar are in one millibar?
One millibar equals 0.001 bar.
How do I convert bar to millibars?
Use the formula mbar = bar × 1,000. For example, 5 bar × 1,000 = 5,000 mbar.