Fahrenheit to Celsius
A temperature conversion utility translating Fahrenheit (°F) into Celsius (°C). Water freezes at 32°F (0°C) and boils at 212°F (100°C) under standard atmospheric pressure.
Convert fahrenheit to celsius instantly. Read the conversion answers, the mathematical formula, and browse the reference lookup table.
Quick Answer
Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius. For example, 32°F is exactly 0°C.
Fahrenheit to Celsius
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Answer
0 °C
32 °F = 0 °C
Fahrenheit to Celsius Reference Table
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -40 °F | -40.0 °C | Equal temperatures |
| 0 °F | -17.8 °C | Very cold winter day |
| 32 °F | 0.0 °C | Water freezing point |
| 68 °F | 20.0 °C | Standard room temp |
| 98.6 °F | 37.0 °C | Normal body temp |
| 100 °F | 37.8 °C | Hot summer day |
| 212 °F | 100.0 °C | Water boiling point |
Examples
32 °F
0 °C
How it works
To convert fahrenheit (°F) to celsius (°C), perform the following calculation:
Formula
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
Method
Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature, then multiply by 5/9 (or 0.5556) to get Celsius.
Understanding Fahrenheit and Celsius Conversions
Converting measurements between metric and imperial scales, or relative temperature benchmarks, is essential in sciences, logistics, cooking, and daily travel. Using standard multipliers guarantees precision and alignment across different measurement systems.
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