Fahrenheit to Celsius
Convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius
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How to convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius
Worked example: 98.6 °F = 37 °C
(98.6 − 32) × 5/9 = 66.6 × 5/9 = 37 °C
Rule: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9 — subtract the 32 first: water freezes at 32 °F = 0 °C.
See Also
- Celsius to Fahrenheit - Convert degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit
FAQ
How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?
Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit value, then multiply the result by 5/9. The formula is °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.
At what temperature are Fahrenheit and Celsius equal?
Fahrenheit and Celsius are equal at -40 degrees: -40°F = -40°C. This is the only point where the two scales intersect.
What is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit in Celsius?
98.6°F equals 37°C — normal human body temperature.