Degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius (°F to °C)
Subtract 32, then multiply by 5/9. For a quick estimate, subtract 30 and halve it: 72°F is about 21°C (exactly 22.2°C). Oven recipes are the classic use - 350°F is 177°C, which is why UK recipes say 180°C fan-ish.
°F to °C conversion table
| Degrees Fahrenheit (°F) | Degrees Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| -40 | -40 |
| 0 | -17.8 |
| 32 | 0 |
| 50 | 10 |
| 68 | 20 |
| 72 | 22.2 |
| 98.6 | 37 |
| 100 | 37.8 |
| 212 | 100 |
| 350 | 176.7 |
| 400 | 204.4 |
How to convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius
The formula is °C = (°F − 32) x 5/9. Type any value into the converter above for
an exact result, or use the table for the most common conversions. For other units, the
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Frequently asked questions
How do you convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius?
Use °C = (°F − 32) x 5/9. The scales do not share a zero point, so there is no single multiplier; the converter applies the formula to whatever you type and rounds only for display.
What is 72 °F in °C?
72 °F = 22.2 °C, using °C = (°F − 32) x 5/9.
How do I convert degrees Celsius back to degrees Fahrenheit?
Use °F = °C x 9/5 + 32. For example, 30 °C = 86 °F. The °C to °F converter does this for you.