Online calculator to convert Fahrenheit to Celsius (°F to °C) with formulas, examples, and tables. Our conversions provide a quick and easy way to convert between Temperature units.
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Conversion Definitions
The following is a list of definitions relating to conversions between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
What is degrees Fahrenheit (°F)?
Degrees Fahrenheit is a unit of temperature in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for degrees Fahrenheit is °F. The freezing point is 32°F and the boiling point is 212°F.
What is degrees Celsius (°C)?
Degrees Celsius is a unit of temperature in the Metric System. The symbol for degrees Celsius is °C. The freezing point is 0°C and the boiling point is 100°C.
Conversion Formula
Let's take a closer look at the conversion formula so that you can do these conversions yourself with a calculator or with an old-fashioned pencil and paper.
The formula to convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius is:
Celsius = ((Fahrenheit - 32) x 5) ÷ 9
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from Fahrenheit to Celsius (°F to °C).
Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion Example
Task: Convert 70°F to Celsius (show work) Formula: ((°F - 32) x 5) ÷ 9 = °C Calculations: ((70°F - 32) x 5) ÷ 9 = 21.111°C Result: 70°F is equal to 21.111°C
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion Chart
Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) |
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-60 °F | -51.111 °C |
-50 °F | -45.556 °C |
-40 °F | -40 °C |
-30 °F | -34.444 °C |
-20 °F | -28.889 °C |
-10 °F | -23.333 °C |
0 °F | -17.778 °C |
10 °F | -12.222 °C |
20 °F | -6.667 °C |
30 °F | -1.111 °C |
40 °F | 4.444 °C |
50 °F | 10 °C |
60 °F | 15.556 °C |
70 °F | 21.111 °C |
80 °F | 26.667 °C |
90 °F | 32.222 °C |
100 °F | 37.778 °C |
110 °F | 43.333 °C |
120 °F | 48.889 °C |
130 °F | 54.444 °C |
140 °F | 60 °C |
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