How to Convert 159 cm to Feet

Converting 159 centimeters to feet is a simple process using our calculator above. Here’s how the conversion works:

159 cm in feet and inches is:

• 5 feet and 2.6 inches
• 5.2165 feet
• 62.5984 inches

Why Convert 159 cm to Feet?

Understanding height measurements in feet is essential for many applications:

• International travel where feet are the standard unit
• Understanding product dimensions in countries using imperial units
• Medical and health records that may use different measurement systems
• Sports statistics and athlete profiles

Common Centimeter to Feet Conversions

Centimeters (cm)	Feet	Feet & Inches
150 cm	4.92 ft	4 ft 11 in
155 cm	5.09 ft	5 ft 1 in
159 cm	5.22 ft	5 ft 2.6 in
160 cm	5.25 ft	5 ft 3 in
165 cm	5.41 ft	5 ft 5 in
170 cm	5.58 ft	5 ft 7 in

Understanding the Conversion Formula

The conversion from centimeters to feet uses the following formulas:

• Total feet: cm ÷ 30.48 = feet
• Remaining inches: (cm ÷ 30.48 – whole feet) × 12 = inches

For 159 cm: 159 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.2165 feet (which is 5 feet and 2.6 inches)

Practical Applications of 159 cm Height

A height of 159 cm (5’2.6″) is:

• Slightly below the average female height in many Western countries
• A common height for gymnasts and figure skaters
• The typical height for many compact furniture designs