Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter
Convert Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C) instantly and accurately
Common Temperature Conversions
About Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion
Converting from Fahrenheit to Celsius (°F to °C) is essential for international travel and understanding weather forecasts from different countries. Fahrenheit is mainly used in the United States, while Celsius is the standard temperature scale in most other countries worldwide.
Conversion Formula
To convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit value and multiply by 5/9. The formula is:
°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
Common Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversions
Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion Table
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| 32°F (freezing point of water) | 0°C |
| 50°F | 10°C |
| 68°F (room temperature) | 20°C |
| 77°F | 25°C |
| 86°F | 30°C |
| 98.6°F (body temperature) | 37°C |
| 104°F (hot day) | 40°C |
| 122°F (extremely hot) | 50°C |
| 212°F (boiling point of water) | 100°C |
Practical Examples
Here are some practical examples of Fahrenheit to Celsius conversions:
- If the weather forecast says it will be 77°F, that's 25°C ((77 - 32) × 5/9 = 25), which is a warm day.
- A comfortable room temperature of 68°F is equivalent to 20°C ((68 - 32) × 5/9 = 20).
- A typical hot summer day of 90°F is about 32.2°C ((90 - 32) × 5/9 = 32.2).
- A fever temperature of 101°F is about 38.3°C ((101 - 32) × 5/9 = 38.3).