Convert Kelvins to degrees Celsius (K to C)

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

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

How to Convert Kelvins to degrees Celsius

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

degrees Celsius = Kelvins × -272.15

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

Example Calculation

To convert 10 Kelvins to degrees Celsius:

10 K × -272.15 = -2721.5 C

Common Kelvins 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

Kelvins to degrees Celsius Reference

The conversion ratio between Kelvins 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 Kelvins 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Quick Reference - K to C

Quick reference table showing common Kelvins 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