How it works
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9.
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
Common conversions
- 32 °F = 0 °C (freezing)
- 98.6 °F = 37 °C (body temperature)
- 212 °F = 100 °C (boiling)
Convert a temperature in Fahrenheit to Celsius.
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9.
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
100 °F is about 37.8 °C.