Fahrenheit to Celsius
Common values
| From (°F) | To (°C) |
|---|---|
| 0 | -17.8 |
| 0.2 | -17.7 |
| 0.4 | -17.6 |
| 0.6 | -17.4 |
| 0.8 | -17.3 |
| 1 | -17.2 |
| 1.2 | -17.1 |
| 1.4 | -17.0 |
| 1.6 | -16.9 |
| 1.8 | -16.8 |
| 2 | -16.7 |
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9.
Formula: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
- 32°F = 0°C (freezing point)
- 72°F = 22.2°C (comfortable US room temperature)
- 350°F = 177°C (American oven setting)
- 98.6°F = 37°C (body temperature)
Essential when following American recipes, understanding US weather forecasts, or setting hotel thermostats that display °F. American cooking shows and recipe books exclusively use Fahrenheit.
British ovens use gas marks (Gas Mark 4 = 180°C = 356°F) or Celsius. American ovens use Fahrenheit only. The Met Office reports temperatures exclusively in Celsius; BBC weather uses °C. Old UK weather records (pre-1960s) were in Fahrenheit.
Frequently asked questions
- What is 70°F in Celsius?
- 70°F = 21.1°C — a comfortable room temperature.
- What is 100°F in Celsius?
- 100°F = 37.8°C — slightly above normal body temperature (mild fever).
- What is 425°F in Celsius?
- 425°F = 218°C — a hot oven setting.
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