Convert rais to square meters

1 rai=1,600m²

Use the converter below to change any rais value into square meters instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

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Equals

1,600

Conversion formula

Forward

square meters = rais × 1,600

Reverse

rais = square meters × 0.000625

Example: 10 rai × 1,600 = 16,000 m².

About both units

From

Rai

rai

The rai equals 1600 square metres exactly — the traditional Thai land unit. It is 1/6.25 of a hectare. Still widely used in Thai property transactions and agricultural documents. A rai is subdivided into 4 "ngan" (400 m² each).

Real-world: A small Thai farm might be 10–20 rai (1.6–3.2 ha). Thai rice yields: 400–600 kg per rai.

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Square Meter

m²

The square metre is the SI derived unit of area — the area of a square with 1 m sides. It is the standard unit for property floor area in Europe, Asia and most of the world. European apartments are sold by price per m², and urban land prices are quoted in €/m².

Real-world: A small European studio is 20–30 m². A 3-bedroom flat is typically 80–100 m². A tennis court is 260 m².

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Rai to Square Meter conversion table

Common rais to square meters values for quick reference.

Rai (rai)	Square Meter (m²)
1 rai	1,600 m²
5 rai	8,000 m²
10 rai	16,000 m²
50 rai	80,000 m²
100 rai	160,000 m²
500 rai	800,000 m²
1,000 rai	1,600,000 m²
5,000 rai	8,000,000 m²
10,000 rai	16,000,000 m²
50,000 rai	80,000,000 m²

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

1 rai = 1600 m² = 0.16 ha.
1 rai = 4 ngan = 400 tarang wa.
1 hectare = 6.25 rai.

Avoid these

Assuming rai equals hectare — only 16%.
Mixing rai with ngan or tarang wa without conversion.
Using rai outside Thailand — not internationally recognised.

Frequently asked questions

How many square meters in a rai?

One rai equals 1,600 square meters.

How do I convert rais to square meters?

Multiply the rai value by 1,600 to get the equivalent in square meters.

What is 100 rais in square meters?

100 rais equals 160,000 square meters.

Is a rai bigger than a square meter?

Yes. 1 rai equals 1,600 square meters, so one rai is larger.

How to convert rais to square meters without a calculator?

Multiply by 1,600 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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