Example 1 — Body temperature
- Value: 37 °C
- Direction: °C → °F
98.60 °F
The classic "normal" body temperature, commonly quoted in °F in the US.
Celsius to Fahrenheit converter
Type a temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit — you’ll get an exact conversion and see exactly where it sits on the scale.
The formula is exact: °F = °C × 9/5 + 32 (and the reverse) — no “double it and add 30” shortcuts. Need absolute temperature? Open Kelvin ↔ Celsius.
Result
Enter a temperature value.
How results are calculated
°C → °F: °F = °C × 9/5 + 32.
°F → °C: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.
It's a straightforward linear formula, exact down to the last decimal — the only limit is how precisely you type the value in.
How to use the calculator
- Enter the temperature value to convert.
- Choose a direction: °C → °F or °F → °C.
- Click Calculate or watch the live result as you type.
- Check the scale visualization below the form to see exactly where that lands on the thermometer.
Usage examples
Example 2 — Water freezing point
- Value: 0 °C
- Direction: °C → °F
32.00 °F
The freezing point of water — one of the two reference points shared by both scales.
Example 3 — Oven temperature
- Value: 180 °C
- Direction: °C → °F
356.00 °F
A typical baking temperature in a European recipe — handy when following US recipes.
FAQ
How do I convert °C to °F?
°F = °C × 9/5 + 32. The other way: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.
When should I use °C vs °F?
°C is the everyday standard in most of the world. °F still rules daily life in the US.
Can the result be negative?
Sure — below freezing in °C, or below 32 °F, you’ll see negative numbers.
How accurate is this?
Pure formula arithmetic — no approximations. We usually show 1–2 decimals so it’s readable.
Where do people usually mess this up?
The “double it and add 30” shortcut — close-ish, but not exact. Or mixing up the order: subtract 32 first, then multiply by 5/9.
What’s normal body temperature in °F?
About 98.6 °F (≈ 37 °C).
Do decimals work?
Yes — type them with a dot or a comma.
What about Kelvin?
There’s a separate Kelvin ↔ Celsius converter for absolute temperature.