Celsius Temperature Conversion
The Celsius scale (centigrade) is the primary temperature scale used by the majority of the world and the scientific community. It is based on the freezing and boiling points of water under standard atmospheric conditions.
Temperature Scale (Celsius)
Water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C. To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply by 1.8 (or 9/5) and add 32. To convert to Kelvin, simply add 273.15.
Calculators for this Region/Format
Tools that natively support this specific metric or format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Celsius the same as Centigrade?
Yes. The scale was originally called centigrade (100 degrees) but was officially renamed to Celsius in 1948 in honor of its creator, Anders Celsius.
Why is Celsius easier for scientific calculations?
Because it aligns perfectly with the metric system and the physical states of water (0 to 100), making decimal-based math much simpler.