Online calculator to convert Fahrenheit to kelvin (°F to K) 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 kelvin.
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 kelvin (K)?
Kelvin is a unit of temperature in the Metric System. The symbol for kelvin is K. The freezing point is 273.15K and the boiling point is 373.15K.
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 kelvin is:
kelvin = (((Fahrenheit - 32) x 5) ÷ 9) + 273.15
Conversion Example
Next, let's look at an example showing the work and calculations that are involved in converting from Fahrenheit to kelvin (°F to K).
Fahrenheit to kelvin Conversion Example
Task: Convert 70°F to kelvin (show work) Formula: (((°F - 32) x 5) ÷ 9) + 273.15 = K Calculations: (((70°F - 32) x 5) ÷ 9) + 273.15 = 294.261K Result: 70°F is equal to 294.261K
Conversion Table
For quick reference purposes, below is a conversion table that you can use to convert from Fahrenheit to kelvin.
Fahrenheit to kelvin Conversion Chart
| Fahrenheit (°F) | kelvin (K) |
|---|---|
| -60 °F | 222.039 K |
| -50 °F | 227.594 K |
| -40 °F | 233.15 K |
| -30 °F | 238.706 K |
| -20 °F | 244.261 K |
| -10 °F | 249.817 K |
| 0 °F | 255.372 K |
| 10 °F | 260.928 K |
| 20 °F | 266.483 K |
| 30 °F | 272.039 K |
| 40 °F | 277.594 K |
| 50 °F | 283.15 K |
| 60 °F | 288.706 K |
| 70 °F | 294.261 K |
| 80 °F | 299.817 K |
| 90 °F | 305.372 K |
| 100 °F | 310.928 K |
| 110 °F | 316.483 K |
| 120 °F | 322.039 K |
| 130 °F | 327.594 K |
| 140 °F | 333.15 K |
Related Units
This table provides a summary of the Temperature units within their respective measurement systems.
| Unit | Symbol | Measurement System |
|---|---|---|
| Fahrenheit | °F | US Customary Units/Imperial System |
| Celsius | °C | Metric System |
| kelvin | K | Metric System |
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