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Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter

Convert Fahrenheit temperatures to Celsius with the standard formula (°F - 32) × 5/9.

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How to Use the Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter – °F to °C

  1. 1Type the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
  2. 2View the calculated temperature in Celsius (°C) immediately.
  3. 3Review the mathematical step: subtract 32 first, then multiply by 5/9.
  4. 4Use the 'Swap' link if you need to calculate Celsius back to Fahrenheit.

Formula & How It Works

Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion Formula

°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9 or °C = (°F - 32) ÷ 1.8

To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract the 32-degree offset first, then multiply by 5/9 (or divide by 1.8).

Worked Examples

Standard Oven Baking Temperature

Input: 350 °F

Explanation: (350 - 32) × 5/9 = 318 × 5/9 = 176.67 °C.

Result: 176.6667 °C (~177 °C)

Summer Heat Wave

Input: 100 °F

Explanation: (100 - 32) × 5/9 = 68 × 5/9 = 37.78 °C.

Result: 37.7778 °C

Freezing Weather

Input: 32 °F

Explanation: (32 - 32) × 5/9 = 0.00 °C.

Result: 0.0000 °C

Mild Spring Day

Input: 68 °F

Explanation: (68 - 32) × 5/9 = 36 × 5/9 = 20.00 °C.

Result: 20.0000 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert °F to °C?▼

Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit temperature and divide the result by 1.8: °C = (°F - 32) ÷ 1.8.

What is a 100 °F fever in Celsius?▼

A body temperature of 100 °F equals 37.78 °C (a mild low-grade fever).

What is a quick mental math trick for Fahrenheit to Celsius?▼

Subtract 30 and divide by 2. For 70 °F: 70 - 30 = 40; 40 / 2 = 20 °C (actual is 21.1 °C, close enough for weather).

What is water's boiling point in Celsius?▼

Water boils at 100 °C at standard atmospheric pressure (which equals 212 °F).

Can temperatures go below -459.67 °F?▼

No, -459.67 °F is absolute zero (-273.15 °C), where molecular thermal motion ceases.

Is this tool free with zero tracking?▼

Yes, all temperature math runs entirely in your local browser without transmitting data.

Last reviewed & updated: 2026-11-01
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