Convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius (F to C)

Use this tool to convert between temperature units like degree Celsius, degree Kelvin, degree Fahrenheit etc.

Convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius quickly and easily. Our temperature conversion tool provides precise calculations for F to C conversions.

How to Convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius

Converting degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius is straightforward. The conversion formula is:

degrees Celsius = degrees Fahrenheit × -17.222222222222

This means that 1 degree Fahrenheit equals -17.222222222222 degrees Celsius. Conversely, 1 degree Celsius equals -0.058064516129033 degrees Fahrenheit.

Example Calculation

To convert 10 degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius:

10 F × -17.222222222222 = -172.22222222222 C

Common degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius Conversions

  • 1 F = -17.222222222222 C
  • 5 F = -86.11111111111 C
  • 10 F = -172.22222222222 C
  • 50 F = -861.1111111111 C
  • 100 F = -1722.2222222222 C

degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius Reference

The conversion ratio between degrees Fahrenheit and degrees Celsius is:

  • 1 F = -17.222222222222 C
  • 1 C = -0.058064516129033 F

Use this ratio to convert any value between these units.

Common Applications

Converting between degrees Fahrenheit and degrees Celsius is frequently needed in:

  • Industrial processes
  • Medical temperature readings
  • Food safety and storage
  • Weather forecasting and reporting

Whether you're working on a professional project or need conversions for everyday tasks, this temperature converter provides accurate results instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius?

To convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, multiply the value by -17.222222222222. The formula is: degrees Celsius = degrees Fahrenheit × -17.222222222222. For example, 100 F = 37.777777777778 C.

How many degrees Celsius are in 1 degree Fahrenheit?

There are -17.222222222222 degrees Celsius in 1 degree Fahrenheit. This is the standard conversion factor for temperature measurements.

What is the formula for converting F to C?

The conversion formula is: C = F × -17.222222222222. Simply multiply your degrees Fahrenheit value by -17.222222222222 to get the equivalent in degrees Celsius.

How do you convert degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit?

To convert degrees Celsius back to degrees Fahrenheit, multiply by -0.058064516129033. The inverse formula is: degrees Fahrenheit = degrees Celsius × -0.058064516129033.

Is degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius conversion accurate?

Yes, this converter uses the standard international conversion factor of -17.222222222222, ensuring accurate and reliable results for all temperature conversions.

When should I use degrees Fahrenheit vs degrees Celsius?

degrees Fahrenheit and degrees Celsius are different units of temperature. Use degrees Fahrenheit for weather in the US and degrees Celsius for scientific work and most countries.

degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius Conversion Reference

Quick reference table showing common degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius conversions. Use this chart for fast lookups of frequently used values.

FC
0.1 F-17.722222222222 C
0.2 F-17.666666666667 C
0.3 F-17.611111111111 C
0.4 F-17.555555555556 C
0.5 F-17.5 C
0.6 F-17.444444444444 C
0.7 F-17.388888888889 C
0.8 F-17.333333333333 C
0.9 F-17.277777777778 C
FC
1 F-17.222222222222 C
2 F-16.666666666667 C
3 F-16.111111111111 C
4 F-15.555555555556 C
5 F-15 C
6 F-14.444444444444 C
7 F-13.888888888889 C
8 F-13.333333333333 C
9 F-12.777777777778 C
FC
10 F-12.222222222222 C
20 F-6.6666666666667 C
30 F-1.1111111111111 C
40 F4.4444444444444 C
50 F10 C
60 F15.555555555556 C
70 F21.111111111111 C
80 F26.666666666667 C
90 F32.222222222222 C
FC
100 F37.777777777778 C
200 F93.333333333333 C
300 F148.88888888889 C
400 F204.44444444444 C
500 F260 C
600 F315.55555555556 C
700 F371.11111111111 C
800 F426.66666666667 C
900 F482.22222222222 C
FC
1000 F537.77777777778 C
2000 F1093.3333333333 C
3000 F1648.8888888889 C
4000 F2204.4444444444 C
5000 F2760 C
6000 F3315.5555555556 C
7000 F3871.1111111111 C
8000 F4426.6666666667 C
9000 F4982.2222222222 C
FC
10000 F5537.7777777778 C
20000 F11093.333333333 C
30000 F16648.888888889 C
40000 F22204.444444444 C
50000 F27760 C
60000 F33315.555555556 C
70000 F38871.111111111 C
80000 F44426.666666667 C
90000 F49982.222222222 C

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