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How Much Is 1.04 Ounces of Water in Fluid Ounces?

1.04 ounces of water equals 1.00 fl oz. Water has a density of 236.59g per cup. A lighter ingredient like flour (125g/cup) would fill more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.

1.04 ounces of water
=
1.00fl oz
Result using all fluid ounce standards info
1.00 fl oz (US) 1.04 fl oz (UK Fluid Ounce)
1.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 236.59g/cup × 8 = fluid ounces
  1. Start with 1.04 ounces of water
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 1.04 × 28.35 = 29.48g
  3. 1 cup of water = 236.59g
  4. 29.48g ÷ 236.59g/cup = 0.12 cups × 8 = 1.00 fluid ounce

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.

Water at Different Amounts

How water scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1.04 ounces) is highlighted.

1 oz0.96 fl oz1.04 oz1.00 fl oz2 oz1.92 fl oz3 oz2.88 fl oz4 oz3.83 fl oz5 oz4.79 fl oz6 oz5.75 fl oz8 oz7.67 fl oz

Other Amounts of Water

Ounces US Fluid Ounces UK Fluid Ounce
1 ounce 0.96 fl oz 1.00 fl oz
1.04 ounces 1.00 fl oz 1.04 fl oz
2 ounces 1.92 fl oz 2.00 fl oz
3 ounces 2.88 fl oz 2.99 fl oz
4 ounces 3.83 fl oz 3.99 fl oz
5 ounces 4.79 fl oz 4.99 fl oz
6 ounces 5.75 fl oz 5.99 fl oz
8 ounces 7.67 fl oz 7.98 fl oz
10 ounces 9.59 fl oz 9.98 fl oz
12 ounces 11.50 fl oz 11.97 fl oz
16 ounces 15.34 fl oz 15.96 fl oz

Understanding the Units

What is an Ounce?

Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.

What is a Fluid Ounce?

A US fluid ounce (fl oz) is a unit of volume equal to 29.574 milliliters or 1/8 of a cup. It measures liquid volume and should not be confused with the ounce (oz), which measures weight.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 1.00 fl oz, based on water having a density of 236.59g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 236.59 (grams per cup), then multiply by 8 to get fluid ounces. For 1.04 ounces: 1.04 × 28.3495 = 29.48g, then 29.48 ÷ 236.59 = 0.12 cups × 8 = 1.00 fl oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh water on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, use a liquid measuring cup on a flat surface and read the level at eye height.
Temperature has a minimal effect on most cooking liquids. The density of water changes slightly with temperature, but the difference is usually less than 1-2% between refrigerator and room temperature. This conversion assumes room temperature.
Reverse the conversion: 1.00 fl oz ÷ 8 = 0.124619 cups, then 0.124619 × 236.59g/cup = 29.48g, then 29.48g ÷ 28.3495 = 1.04 ounces. Or use the Fluid Ounces to Ounces converter.