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Fahrenheit to Celsius
1 degree Fahrenheit = -17.2222 degrees Celsius
To convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, use the formula °C = (°F − 32) × 5 ÷ 9. Type any value in the converter above for an instant result — everything runs in your browser.
About these units
Fahrenheit is the temperature scale used in the United States, where water freezes at 32° and boils at 212°. Celsius is the metric scale used everywhere else, with freezing at 0° and boiling at 100°. Converting Fahrenheit to Celsius helps with travel, cooking from American recipes, and understanding US weather reports.
When you might need this conversion
- Converting a 350°F oven temperature to Celsius for a metric oven
- Understanding what 100°F heat means when planning a trip to the US
- Converting a 98.6°F body temperature reading to Celsius
Fahrenheit to Celsius conversion table
| degrees Fahrenheit (°F) | degrees Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| -40 °F | -40 °C |
| 0 °F | -17.7778 °C |
| 32 °F | 0 °C |
| 50 °F | 10 °C |
| 60 °F | 15.5556 °C |
| 68 °F | 20 °C |
| 72 °F | 22.2222 °C |
| 80 °F | 26.6667 °C |
| 90 °F | 32.2222 °C |
| 98.6 °F | 37 °C |
| 100 °F | 37.7778 °C |
| 212 °F | 100 °C |
How to convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius
- Enter your value in the “From” box above.
- The result in degrees Celsius appears instantly, using °C = (°F − 32) × 5 ÷ 9.
- Swap the units any time to convert back.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for Fahrenheit to Celsius?
Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit value, then multiply by 5/9: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.
What is 72°F in Celsius?
72°F is about 22.2°C — a comfortable room temperature.
Is there a quick mental shortcut?
Subtract 30 and halve the result for a rough estimate. 80°F → (80 − 30) / 2 = 25, close to the exact 26.7°C.
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