Use our Celsius to Fahrenheit converter to quickly and accurately convert temperatures from degrees Celsius (°C) to degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Enter a temperature in Celsius in the calculator above to instantly find the equivalent Fahrenheit value.
Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit
Enter a temperature in degrees Celsius (°C) to instantly calculate the equivalent temperature in degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Formula: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
How to Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit
To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5, then add 32.
Formula
°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
Example: Convert 20°C to Fahrenheit.
20 × 9/5 = 36
36 + 32 = 68
20°C = 68°F
Celsius to Fahrenheit Conversion Chart
| Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) |
|---|---|
| -40 | 40 |
| -20 | -4 |
| 0 | 32 |
| 10 | 50 |
| 20 | 68 |
| 25 | 77 |
| 30 | 86 |
| 37 | 98.6 |
| 50 | 122 |
| 75 | 167 |
| 100 | 212 |
Common Temperature Reference Points
Celsius to Fahrenheit conversions are especially useful for weather, cooking, thermostats, travel, medical references, and scientific measurements. For quick reference, 0°C = 32°F, 20°C = 68°F, 25°C = 77°F, 37°C = 98.6°F, and 100°C = 212°F.
Celsius and Fahrenheit for Weather and Travel
Temperature conversions are particularly useful when traveling between countries that use different temperature scales. A weather forecast of 10°C is 50°F, while 20°C is 68°F and 30°C is 86°F. Knowing these common reference points can make it easier to understand outdoor conditions, choose appropriate clothing, and compare weather forecasts while traveling. For temperatures that fall between these familiar values, the Celsius to Fahrenheit converter above provides an exact conversion in seconds.
Why -40 Is Special
Celsius and Fahrenheit use different scales and starting points, but they are equal at -40 degrees. This means -40°C = -40°F, making it the one temperature where the numerical values are identical.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
Multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5, then add 32.
What is 0°C in Fahrenheit?
0°C equals 32°F.
What is 20°C in Fahrenheit?
20°C equals 68°F.
What is 37°C in Fahrenheit?
37°C equals 98.6°F.
What is 100°C in Fahrenheit?
100°C equals 212°F.
At what temperature are Celsius and Fahrenheit the same?
Celsius and Fahrenheit are equal at -40 degrees.
When You Might Need to Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit
You may need to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit when checking weather forecasts, adjusting thermostats, following recipes, comparing international temperature information, reviewing medical measurements, or traveling between countries that use different temperature scales.
For temperatures that aren’t easy to calculate mentally, the Celsius to Fahrenheit converter above provides a quick and accurate result.
About Celsius
The Celsius scale, represented by °C, is widely used throughout most of the world and in scientific contexts. Water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C at standard atmospheric pressure.
About Fahrenheit
The Fahrenheit scale, represented by °F, is commonly used in the United States for weather, household temperatures, cooking, and other everyday measurements. Water freezes at 32°F and boils at 212°F at standard atmospheric pressure.
For additional information about metric measurement and SI units, visit the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Understanding the difference between these temperature scales is especially useful when comparing weather forecasts, recipes, thermostats, or temperature information from different countries. Celsius is widely used throughout most of the world, while Fahrenheit is commonly used in the United States. Whether you are checking the weather, adjusting indoor temperatures, cooking, traveling, or comparing international information, an accurate Celsius to Fahrenheit conversion helps ensure that you are working with the correct temperature.
For fast and accurate results, use our Celsius to Fahrenheit converter whenever you need to compare temperature measurements between degrees Celsius (°C) and degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius
Need to convert in the opposite direction? Use our Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter to quickly convert degrees Fahrenheit (°F) into degrees Celsius (°C).
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