Milliseconds to Seconds Converter
Convert milliseconds (ms) to seconds (s)
Result
0.001 s
Seconds
1 ms = 0.001 s
1 ms in other units
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How to convert milliseconds to seconds
There are 1,000 milliseconds in one second, so divide the number of milliseconds by 1,000.
s = ms ÷ 1,000
1 ms = 0.001 s · 1 s = 1,000 ms
Worked example
To convert 5 milliseconds to seconds: 5 ms ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 s.
About milliseconds (ms)
A millisecond is one thousandth of a second, used for reaction times and network latency.
About seconds (s)
The second is the SI base unit of time, defined by the vibrations of a caesium atom.
More conversions
Milliseconds to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many seconds are in one millisecond?
One millisecond equals 0.001 seconds.
How many milliseconds are in one second?
One second equals 1,000 milliseconds.
How do I convert milliseconds to seconds?
Use the formula s = ms ÷ 1,000. For example, 5 ms ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 s.