Kelvins to Celsius
For physics, chemistry and weather data given in kelvin.
1 kelvin = -272.15 degrees Celsius
Formula: °C = K − 273.15
How to convert
How to convert kelvins to degrees Celsius
Temperature scales have different starting points, so converting takes two steps rather than one multiplication. Use this formula:
°C = K − 273.15
Example: 280 kelvins = 6.85 degrees Celsius.
Kelvins to Celsius table
| kelvins (K) | degrees Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| 0 K | -273.15 °C |
| 100 K | -173.15 °C |
| 200 K | -73.15 °C |
| 250 K | -23.15 °C |
| 260 K | -13.15 °C |
| 270 K | -3.15 °C |
| 273.15 K | 0 °C |
| 280 K | 6.85 °C |
| 290 K | 16.85 °C |
| 293.15 K | 20 °C |
| 300 K | 26.85 °C |
| 310 K | 36.85 °C |
| 373.15 K | 100 °C |
| 500 K | 226.85 °C |
About the units
- The kelvin is the SI unit of temperature. It starts at absolute zero, the coldest possible temperature, so there are no negative kelvins, and it is written without "degrees".
- Celsius sets 0° at the freezing point and 100° at the boiling point of water at sea level. It is used in most of the world.
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Related
More temperature conversions
- Celsius to FahrenheitFor weather forecasts, oven temperatures and body temperature when you think in Fahrenheit.
- Fahrenheit to CelsiusFor US weather, oven settings in American recipes, and fever thermometers in Fahrenheit.
- Celsius to kelvinsFor science and engineering. Kelvin starts at absolute zero, so 0 °C is 273.15 K.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert kelvins to Celsius?
°C = K − 273.15. For example, 280 kelvins is 6.85 degrees Celsius.
What is 0 K in Celsius?
0 K is -273.15 °C.
What is 100 K in Celsius?
100 K is -173.15 °C.
At what temperature are Celsius and Fahrenheit the same?
At −40: minus 40 °C is exactly minus 40 °F.