Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius degrees simply and accurately with our online converter
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Factor
0.555600
Precision
2 decimal places
Type
Multiplication
Conversion Formula
(68 - 32) × 0.555600 = 0 °CProcess Explanation
To convert from fahrenheit to celsius, we subtract 32 to the original value and then multiply by the conversion factor 0.555600.
Conversion table: Fahrenheit a Celsius
Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) | Common use |
|---|---|---|
1 -40 °F | -40 °C | Special point where both scales meet |
2 32 °F | 0 °C | Water freezing point |
3 68 °F | 20 °C | Comfortable room temperature |
4 98.6 °F | 37 °C | Normal body temperature |
5 212 °F | 100 °C | Water boiling point |
Note: The values shown are approximations. For critical calculations, use the interactive converter above for greater precision.
How to convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
Conversion Formula
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 from the temperature in Fahrenheit and then multiply by 5/9 (or 0.5556). The formula is: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
What is the Fahrenheit scale?
The Fahrenheit scale is a temperature scale where water freezes at 32°F and boils at 212°F. It is primarily used in the United States and some territories.
What is the Celsius scale?
The Celsius scale is a temperature scale that sets the freezing point of water at 0°C and the boiling point at 100°C. It is used worldwide in science and most countries.
Common Applications
Cooking
Adapting American recipes with oven temperatures in Fahrenheit
Meteorology
Converting US weather forecasts to the metric system
Science
Scientific research requiring conversion between temperature scales
Medicine
Converting body temperatures from US medical records
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What is the formula for converting Fahrenheit to Celsius?
The formula is: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9. For example, 68°F = (68 - 32) × 5/9 = 20°C
Q At what temperature are Celsius and Fahrenheit equal?
The Celsius and Fahrenheit scales cross at -40 degrees (-40°C = -40°F)
Q Why does the United States use Fahrenheit?
The United States adopted the Fahrenheit scale before the metric system was established globally, and has maintained its use due to tradition and familiarity