Hectare to Square Miles converter

How to convert Hectares to Square Miles?

To convert hectares (ha) to square miles (mi2), you need to use the following conversion factor:

1 hectare = 0.00386102 square miles

Conversion formulas: hectare to sq mi

Example calculations

If you need to convert 890 hectares to square miles, apply the formula:

• Square Miles = Hectares × 0,003861
• Square Miles = 890 × 0,003861
• Square Miles = 3,436307 sq mi

Hectare (ha) – key Information

• Definition: A hectare (ha) is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters (m²) or 2.471 acres.
• History: Introduced in 1795 as part of the metric system in France, it is widely used for land measurement.
• Current Use: Commonly used in agriculture, forestry, and land planning worldwide, especially in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
• Conversion:
  • 1 ha = 10,000 m²
  • 1 ha = 2.471 acres
  • 1 ha = 0.01 square kilometers (km²)

Hectares provide a practical and standardized way to measure large land areas efficiently.

Dimensions of Hectare

Square Mile (sq mi) – Key Information

• Definition: A square mile (mi²) is an imperial and US customary unit of area, defined as the area of a square with sides measuring one mile (5,280 feet or 1,609.34 meters).
• Equivalent Measurements:
  • 1 sq mi = 2.58999 square kilometers (km²)
  • 1 sq mi = 640 acres
  • 1 sq mi = 2.788 × 10⁶ square yards (yd²)
• Usage: Commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for measuring large land areas, such as cities, states, and countries.
• Examples:
  • New York City covers approximately 302.6 mi².
  • The Grand Canyon National Park spans 1,902 mi².

Square miles remain a key unit in geography, land surveying, and real estate.