Instantly convert between Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin with real-time visual thermometer display and formulas
Celsius to Fahrenheit:
°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
Fahrenheit to Celsius:
°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9
Celsius to Kelvin:
K = °C + 273.15
Kelvin to Celsius:
°C = K − 273.15
Problem: Convert 25°C to Fahrenheit and Kelvin
Step 1 - Celsius to Fahrenheit:
°F = (25 × 9/5) + 32
°F = (25 × 1.8) + 32
°F = 45 + 32 = 77°F
Step 2 - Celsius to Kelvin:
K = 25 + 273.15 = 298.15K
The Celsius scale is based on the freezing point (0°C) and boiling point (100°C) of water at sea level. It's the standard temperature scale in most countries and in scientific work worldwide.
Fahrenheit is primarily used in the United States. Water freezes at 32°F and boils at 212°F. The scale was designed so that 0°F is the lowest temperature achievable with ice and salt.
Kelvin is the SI unit of temperature. It starts at absolute zero (0K = -273.15°C), the lowest possible temperature. It's primarily used in scientific applications and engineering.