Convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius

Instantly convert degrees Fahrenheit (°F) to degrees Celsius (°C). Bidirectional, accurate, and free.

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Quick answer: 1 degree Fahrenheit = -17.2222 degrees Celsius. Formula: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.

How to convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius

To convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, use the formula °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9. For example, 2 degrees Fahrenheit equals -16.6667 degrees Celsius. Type any number into the calculator above and the result appears instantly — you can also type into the degrees Celsius box to convert the other way.

degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius conversion chart

degrees Fahrenheitdegrees Celsius
0 °F-17.7778 °C
10 °F-12.2222 °C
20 °F-6.6667 °C
25 °F-3.8889 °C
37 °F2.7778 °C
50 °F10 °C
75 °F23.8889 °C
100 °F37.7778 °C

Frequently asked questions

How many degrees Celsius are in a degree Fahrenheit?

There are -17.2222 degrees Celsius in one degree Fahrenheit. To convert any value, apply the formula °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.

What is the formula to convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius?

The formula is °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9. Enter a value above and the result updates instantly in both directions.

Is this °F to °C converter accurate?

Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factor, so results match official standards to several decimal places.

Can I convert degrees Celsius back to degrees Fahrenheit?

Yes — the converter is bidirectional. Type in either box and the other updates automatically using the inverse formula.

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