Popular Temperature Conversions

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Temperature Conversion Formulas

°C to °F: multiply by 9/5 then add 32 °F to °C: subtract 32 then multiply by 5/9 °C to K: add 273.15 K to °C: subtract 273.15

Reference Temperatures

Condition°C°FK
Water boils100212373.15
Body temperature3798.6310.15
Room temperature2271.6295.15
Water freezes032273.15
Absolute zero-273.15-459.670

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

Multiply by 9/5 (which is 1.8) and then add 32. Formula: °F = (°C × 1.8) + 32. Example: 25°C = (25 × 1.8) + 32 = 45 + 32 = 77°F. A rough mental estimate: double the Celsius value and add 30.

What is 37 degrees Celsius in Fahrenheit?

37°C = 98.6°F, which is normal human body temperature. Formula: (37 × 1.8) + 32 = 66.6 + 32 = 98.6°F.

What is absolute zero?

Absolute zero is the theoretical minimum temperature: -273.15°C, -459.67°F, and 0 Kelvin. At absolute zero, particles have the minimum possible thermal motion. It is physically impossible to reach exactly absolute zero, though scientists have come extremely close in laboratory conditions.

How do I convert Fahrenheit to Kelvin?

Convert to Celsius first using °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9, then add 273.15 to get Kelvin. Example: 212°F to Kelvin: (212 - 32) × 5/9 = 100°C + 273.15 = 373.15 K.

At what temperature are Celsius and Fahrenheit the same?

Celsius and Fahrenheit are equal at -40 degrees. -40°C = -40°F. This is the only point where both scales give the same numerical value. You can verify this: (-40 × 1.8) + 32 = -72 + 32 = -40.

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