Celsius to Fahrenheit Converter

Convert between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) for daily life, cooking, weather, and temperature measurement scenarios with precision.

Conversion Formulas:

Fahrenheit = Celsius × 9/5 + 32 | Celsius = (Fahrenheit - 32) × 5/9

°F = °C × 1.8 + 32 | °C = (°F - 32) ÷ 1.8

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About Celsius and Fahrenheit

Two common temperature scales used worldwide for daily life, weather, and industry

Celsius (°C)

  • Metric system scale (used in 98% of countries globally)
  • Defined by water: 0°C = freezing point, 100°C = boiling point (at 1atm)
  • Standard for weather, science, medicine, and daily life (except US)
  • Absolute zero: -273.15°C (lowest possible temperature)
  • Intuitive for daily use (e.g., 20-25°C = comfortable room temp)

Fahrenheit (°F)

  • Commonly used in the United States and a few other countries
  • Historic definition: 32°F = freezing point of water, 212°F = boiling point (at 1atm)
  • Used for weather, cooking, and body temperature in US households
  • Absolute zero: -459.67°F
  • Smaller degree interval (1°F = 5/9°C) – more precise for daily temperature感知

Daily Temperature Context

Common temperature scenarios in both scales:

Scenario Celsius (°C) Fahrenheit (°F)
Absolute zero (theoretical minimum) -273.15 °C -459.67 °F
Home freezer (ideal) -18 °C 0 °F
Water freezing point (1atm) 0 °C 32 °F
Comfortable room temperature 20-25 °C 68-77 °F
Normal human body temperature 36.5-37.5 °C 97.7-99.5 °F
Water boiling point (1atm) 100 °C 212 °F

Celsius to Fahrenheit Conversion Table

Common temperature conversions for daily life and weather applications

Celsius (°C) = Fahrenheit (°F) Common Context
-40 °C = -40 °F Equal point of both scales
-18 °C = 0 °F Freezer temperature
0 °C = 32 °F Water freezing point
10 °C = 50 °F Cool spring day
25 °C = 77 °F Warm room temperature
37 °C = 98.6 °F Normal body temperature
100 °C = 212 °F Water boiling point

All conversions use the formula: °F = °C × 1.8 + 32 | °C = (°F - 32) ÷ 1.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Celsius and Fahrenheit

What’s the key difference between Celsius and Fahrenheit?

The main differences are their scale definitions and geographic use:

Celsius: 0°C (freeze) → 100°C (boil) | Used globally (except US)

Fahrenheit: 32°F (freeze) → 212°F (boil) | Mainly used in the US

Celsius is part of the metric system (decimal-based), while Fahrenheit uses a non-decimal scale with smaller degree intervals.

When should I use Celsius vs. Fahrenheit?

Use Celsius (°C) for:

  • Weather reports (most countries)
  • Science, medicine, and lab work
  • Cooking (recipes outside the US)
  • Daily life (Europe, Asia, Africa, Americas except US)

Use Fahrenheit (°F) for:

  • Weather reports in the US
  • US household cooking recipes
  • Body temperature (US medical settings)
  • Appliance settings (US fridges, ovens)

Why do the two scales have an equal point at -40°?

It’s a mathematical coincidence from their conversion formula. To find the equal point, set °C = °F = x:

x = x × 1.8 + 32 → x - 1.8x = 32 → -0.8x = 32 → x = -40

This is the only temperature where both scales show the same number.

How do I quickly estimate conversions without a calculator?

For rough estimates (daily use):

  • Celsius to Fahrenheit: Double the °C value, then add 30 (e.g., 20°C → 20×2+30=70°F, actual=68°F)
  • Fahrenheit to Celsius: Subtract 30 from the °F value, then halve it (e.g., 70°F → (70-30)/2=20°C, actual=21.1°C)

For better accuracy, use the exact formula: °F = °C×1.8+32 or °C=(°F-32)/1.8.

Will Fahrenheit ever be replaced by Celsius globally?

Unlikely in the near term. While Celsius is the international standard, Fahrenheit is deeply embedded in US culture, infrastructure, and consumer products (e.g., ovens, thermostats, weather apps).

The US has made limited attempts to adopt metric (including Celsius) since the 1970s, but public and industry resistance has kept Fahrenheit as the primary temperature scale for daily use.

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