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Fahrenheit to Celsius

Instantly convert Fahrenheit to Celsius or °C to °F. Includes a full temperature reference table for weather, cooking, fever, and freezing point. Free and bidirectional.

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Mathematical RuleCurrent factor: °C = (°F − 32) / 1.8
Tip: 98.6°F = 37°C (body temp)  |  32°F = 0°C (freezing)  |  212°F = 100°C (boiling).

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37°C

Equivalence: 98.6°F

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How It Works

Type any temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius appears instantly — or enter °C to get °F back. The converter uses the exact mathematical formula with no rounding in the calculation itself. Results are displayed to 1 decimal place for everyday readability.

°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9   |   °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32

°F to °C Temperature Reference Table

Key temperatures converted — weather, health, cooking, and reference points.

-40°F
-40°C
Same point
14°F
-10°C
Arctic cold
32°F
0°C
Water freezes
50°F
10°C
Cool day
68°F
20°C
Room temp
86°F
30°C
Warm day
98.6°F
37°C
Body temp
104°F
40°C
Fever
212°F
100°C
Water boils
350°F
176.7°C
Baking
400°F
204.4°C
Roasting
450°F
232.2°C
High heat

Where °F to °C Conversions Come Up

Weather & TravelUS weather forecasts show °F while the rest of the world uses °C. 72°F = 22°C (pleasant). 95°F = 35°C (very hot). Convert before you pack.
Oven & Cooking TemperaturesUS recipes use °F; European ovens show °C. 350°F = 177°C for cookies. 400°F = 204°C for roasting. Convert before preheating.
Body Temperature & FeverUS doctors report temp in °F; most of the world uses °C. 98.6°F = 37°C (normal). 100.4°F = 38°C (fever). Know both for medical accuracy.
Refrigeration & Food SafetyUS food storage guidelines use °F. Fridge should be below 40°F (4.4°C). Freezer below 0°F (-17.8°C). Convert for international food safety standards.

Accuracy & Privacy

The formula °C = (°F − 32) × 5/9 is exact. Results to 1 decimal place match weather forecasts and cooking guides. All calculations happen locally in your browser — no temperature data is stored or sent to our servers. Also try our Celsius to Fahrenheit converter.

Common Questions

What is 98.6°F in Celsius?

98.6°F = 37°C. This is the average normal human body temperature. A fever begins at approximately 100.4°F (38°C).

What is 32°F in Celsius?

32°F = 0°C. This is the freezing point of water and the temperature at which ice forms at standard pressure.

What is 72°F in Celsius?

72°F = 22.2°C. This is a comfortable room temperature used in most indoor climate control settings.

What is the formula for Fahrenheit to Celsius?

°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9. To reverse: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32. Our tool applies this automatically as you type in either field.

What is 212°F in Celsius?

212°F = 100°C. This is the boiling point of water at sea level — used in cooking, sterilization, and chemistry.

Is this Fahrenheit to Celsius converter bidirectional?

Yes. Type in either the °F or °C field and the other updates instantly. No mode switching or page reload needed.

What is 350°F in Celsius?

350°F = 176.7°C. This is a common baking temperature for cookies, muffins, and light cakes in US recipe books.