Power
Browse Power conversions1 megawatt = 1000000 watt
Precision
How This Conversion Works
Megawatt and watt are both used for power conversions. This page converts 1 megawatt into 1000000 watt using the formula shown below.
Use this result for quick checks, comparisons, and everyday reference. For work that depends on exact precision, review the rounding setting and the assumption note before using the number.
The precision controls let you switch between a shorter result, the standard readable result, and scientific notation when the value is very large or very small.
Unit Notes
- 1 megawatt (MW) equals 1000000 watt.
- watt (W) is the base unit used for power conversions.
Conversion Questions
How do you convert megawatt to watt?
This page converts megawatt to watt using this formula: (1 x 1000000) / 1.
What is 1 megawatt in watt?
1 megawatt equals 1000000 watt.
How many decimals does this converter show?
Displayed to 10 decimal places, trimmed for readability. The precision buttons can also show a shorter result or scientific notation.
Equivalent Values
1000000
watt
1000
kilowatt
1
megawatt
1341.022089595
horsepower
1359.6216173039
metric horsepower
3412141.6331279417
BTU per hour
239005.7361376673
calorie per second
860420.6500956023
kilocalorie per hour
Nearby Values
0.5 megawatt
500000 watt
1 megawatt
1000000 watt
2 megawatt
2000000 watt
5 megawatt
5000000 watt
10 megawatt
10000000 watt
- Formula
- (1 x 1000000) / 1
- Rounding
- Displayed to 10 decimal places, trimmed for readability.
- Assumption
- Power units use SI watt definitions. Horsepower is mechanical horsepower at 745.6998715822702 watts; metric horsepower is 735.49875 watts.