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Celsius to Fahrenheit Calculator

Type a temperature in either box to convert instantly between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

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Formula

To convert a temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply it by 9/5 and add 32:

°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32

To convert the other way, subtract 32 first, then multiply by 5/9: °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9.

Example

Convert 25 °C to Fahrenheit: (25 × 9/5) + 32 = 45 + 32 = 77 °F.

Conversion table

CelsiusFahrenheitNote
−40 °C−40 °FThe two scales meet
0 °C32 °FWater freezes
20 °C68 °FRoom temperature
37 °C98.6 °FBody temperature
100 °C212 °FWater boils

Frequently asked questions

What is 0°C in Fahrenheit?

0 °C equals 32 °F, the freezing point of water.

What is the formula to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?

Multiply the Celsius temperature by 9/5 (1.8) and add 32: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32.

What is normal body temperature in Fahrenheit?

37 °C, normal human body temperature, is equal to 98.6 °F.