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Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius

Instantly convert °F to °C with our free online temperature converter. Get accurate results with the formula and examples below.

Formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
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10(°F)Fahrenheitis equal to
0(°C)Celsius
1 °F =1 °C
1 °C =1 °F
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How to Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius

Converting between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) is a common temperature conversion used in science, engineering, and everyday calculations. Our free online converter makes this conversion quick and accurate.

Conversion Formula

°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9

How to Convert Step by Step

  1. Start with your value in Fahrenheit (°F)
  2. Apply the conversion formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
  3. The result gives you the equivalent value in Celsius (°C)

Example Conversion

Let's convert 100 °F to Celsius:

100 °F = 37.7777777778 °C

This means that 100 Fahrenheit is equal to approximately 37.7777777778 Celsius.

When to Use This Conversion

The conversion from °F to °C is frequently used in:

  • Scientific research and laboratory calculations
  • Engineering and technical applications
  • Academic studies and homework problems
  • Professional measurements and specifications
  • International communication requiring unit standardization

Note: Our converter provides results accurate to 10 decimal places. For most practical applications, you can round the result to 2-4 decimal places.

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