Temperature Unit Converter
This calculator supports a wide range of temperatures from absolute zero (-273.15°C) to high industrial temperatures (1000°C), with instant conversion and common reference points.
How to use:
- Enter a value in any temperature field
- Other fields will automatically update
- Use quick input buttons for common temperatures
- Values are rounded to 2 decimal places
Common Temperature Conversion Examples
| Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) | Kelvin (K) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| -273.15 | -459.67 | 0.00 | Absolute Zero |
| -195.79 | -320.42 | 77.36 | Liquid Nitrogen boiling point |
| -78.5 | -109.30 | 194.65 | Dry Ice (Solid CO2) |
| 0 | 32.00 | 273.15 | Water freezing point |
| 25 | 77.00 | 298.15 | Room temperature |
| 100 | 212.00 | 373.15 | Water boiling point |
| 217 | 422.60 | 490.15 | Tin melting point |
| 660.3 | 1220.54 | 933.45 | Aluminum melting point |
| 1000 | 1832.00 | 1273.15 | Maximum operating temperature for some industrial sensors |
Quick Reference
Conversion Formulas
°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
K = °C + 273.15
°C = K - 273.15
Key Points
- • Absolute zero: -273.15°C
- • Water freezing: 0°C
- • Room temp: ~25°C
- • Body temp: ~37°C
- • Water boiling: 100°C
Usage Tips
When working with temperature conversions:
- Always specify the temperature unit to avoid confusion
- Remember that Kelvin has no negative values
- The Celsius and Fahrenheit scales intersect at -40°
- For electronics, typical operating ranges are in °C
- Consider using Kelvin for scientific calculations
Understanding Temperature Units
Celsius (°C)
The Celsius scale is based on water's freezing point (0°C) and boiling point (100°C) at standard atmospheric pressure. It's the most commonly used temperature scale in scientific and engineering applications worldwide.
Fahrenheit (°F)
The Fahrenheit scale sets water's freezing point at 32°F and boiling point at 212°F. It's primarily used in the United States and a few other countries for non-scientific applications.
Kelvin (K)
The Kelvin scale is the SI base unit of temperature. It starts at absolute zero (-273.15°C) and uses the same increment size as Celsius. It's commonly used in scientific calculations and thermal physics.
Common Temperature Conversions
Medical
- Normal body temperature: 37°C = 98.6°F
- Mild fever: 38°C = 100.4°F
- High fever: 39°C = 102.2°F
- Medical grade: 35-42°C = 95-107.6°F
Cooking
- Air fryer: 200°C = 392°F
- Oven preheat: 350°F = 175°C
- Deep frying: 190°C = 374°F
- Warming: 170°F = 77°C
Home & Office
- Room temperature: 20-25°C = 68-77°F
- AC setting: 72°F = 22.2°C
- Winter heating: 68°F = 20°C
- Hot water: 49°C = 120°F