To convert temperature, enter a value and choose Celsius, Fahrenheit or Kelvin; the Temperature Converter shows the result and the formula used. Fahrenheit equals Celsius times 9/5 plus 32, and Kelvin equals Celsius plus 273.15.
How to use the Temperature Converter
- Enter the temperature.
- Choose the unit you have.
- Choose the unit you want.
- Read the result and the formula.
Worked example
100 degrees Celsius is 212 degrees Fahrenheit and 373.15 Kelvin. Body temperature of 98.6 F is 37 C.
Tips and common mistakes
- Water freezes at 0 C, 32 F and 273.15 K.
- Kelvin has no degree symbol and cannot go below zero.
- Temperature differences convert differently from absolute temperatures.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for Celsius to Fahrenheit?
Multiply by 9/5 and add 32.
What is absolute zero?
0 Kelvin, which is minus 273.15 degrees Celsius.
Is it private?
Yes.