Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter
Instantly convert Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C). Used when reading US weather, American recipes, or medical readings from Fahrenheit thermometers in metric countries.
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How to Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, use this formula:
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
Example: Converting 100 °F to Celsius gives you 37.78 °C. Just enter your own value in the converter above for an instant result.
Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion Table
Common Fahrenheit to Celsius values at a glance — use this as a quick lookup reference:
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| -40 °F | -40 °C |
| 0 °F | -17.7778 °C |
| 32 °F | 0 °C |
| 50 °F | 10 °C |
| 68 °F | 20 °C |
| 75 °F | 23.8889 °C |
| 80 °F | 26.6667 °C |
| 98.6 °F | 37 °C |
| 100 °F | 37.7778 °C |
| 212 °F | 100 °C |
| 350 °F | 176.67 °C |
When to Use Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion
Used when reading US weather, American recipes, or medical readings from Fahrenheit thermometers in metric countries. Here are the most common scenarios where you will need this conversion:
About Fahrenheit and Celsius
The Fahrenheit to Celsius conversion uses °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9. Fahrenheit was developed by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in 1724 and remains the primary temperature scale in the United States. Celsius, developed by Anders Celsius in 1742, is the metric standard worldwide. Converting Fahrenheit to Celsius is especially important for non-US audiences interpreting American weather reports, cooking temperatures in US cookbooks, and medical readings.
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