Convert degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius (K to C)

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

Use this calculator to convert degrees Kelvin (K) to degrees Celsius (C) with ease. Get accurate temperature conversions instantly.

How to Convert degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius

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

degrees Celsius = degrees Kelvin × -272.15

This means that 1 degree Kelvin equals -272.15 degrees Celsius. Conversely, 1 degree Celsius equals -0.0036744442403087 degrees Kelvin.

Example Calculation

To convert 10 degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius:

10 K × -272.15 = -2721.5 C

Common degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius Conversions

  • 1 K = -272.15 C
  • 5 K = -1360.75 C
  • 10 K = -2721.5 C
  • 50 K = -13607.5 C
  • 100 K = -27215 C

degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius Reference

The conversion ratio between degrees Kelvin and degrees Celsius is:

  • 1 K = -272.15 C
  • 1 C = -0.0036744442403087 K

Use this ratio to convert any value between these units.

Common Applications

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

  • Scientific research and experiments
  • HVAC systems and climate control
  • Industrial processes
  • Medical temperature readings

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 Kelvin to degrees Celsius?

To convert degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius, multiply the value by -272.15. The formula is: degrees Celsius = degrees Kelvin × -272.15. For example, 100 K = -173.15 C.

How many degrees Celsius are in 1 degree Kelvin?

There are -272.15 degrees Celsius in 1 degree Kelvin. This is the standard conversion factor for temperature measurements.

What is the formula for converting K to C?

The conversion formula is: C = K × -272.15. Simply multiply your degrees Kelvin value by -272.15 to get the equivalent in degrees Celsius.

How do you convert degrees Celsius to degrees Kelvin?

To convert degrees Celsius back to degrees Kelvin, multiply by -0.0036744442403087. The inverse formula is: degrees Kelvin = degrees Celsius × -0.0036744442403087.

Is degrees Kelvin to degrees Celsius conversion accurate?

Yes, this converter uses the standard international conversion factor of -272.15, ensuring accurate and reliable results for all temperature conversions.

When should I use degrees Kelvin vs degrees Celsius?

degrees Kelvin and degrees Celsius are different units of temperature. Use degrees Kelvin for scientific and engineering applications and degrees Celsius for scientific work and most countries.

Quick Reference - K to C

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

KC
0.1 K-273.05 C
0.2 K-272.95 C
0.3 K-272.85 C
0.4 K-272.75 C
0.5 K-272.65 C
0.6 K-272.55 C
0.7 K-272.45 C
0.8 K-272.35 C
0.9 K-272.25 C
KC
1 K-272.15 C
2 K-271.15 C
3 K-270.15 C
4 K-269.15 C
5 K-268.15 C
6 K-267.15 C
7 K-266.15 C
8 K-265.15 C
9 K-264.15 C
KC
10 K-263.15 C
20 K-253.15 C
30 K-243.15 C
40 K-233.15 C
50 K-223.15 C
60 K-213.15 C
70 K-203.15 C
80 K-193.15 C
90 K-183.15 C
KC
100 K-173.15 C
200 K-73.15 C
300 K26.85 C
400 K126.85 C
500 K226.85 C
600 K326.85 C
700 K426.85 C
800 K526.85 C
900 K626.85 C
KC
1000 K726.85 C
2000 K1726.85 C
3000 K2726.85 C
4000 K3726.85 C
5000 K4726.85 C
6000 K5726.85 C
7000 K6726.85 C
8000 K7726.85 C
9000 K8726.85 C
KC
10000 K9726.85 C
20000 K19726.85 C
30000 K29726.85 C
40000 K39726.85 C
50000 K49726.85 C
60000 K59726.85 C
70000 K69726.85 C
80000 K79726.85 C
90000 K89726.85 C

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