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Fahrenheit to Celsius Converter

Convert °F to °C for US recipes, weather and thermometer readings.

Quick answer

Subtract 32, then multiply by 5/9: (98.6 °F − 32) × 5/9 = 37 °C. Quick check: 50 °F = 10 °C, 68 °F = 20 °C, 86 °F = 30 °C. For the reverse, use Celsius to Fahrenheit.

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About the Fahrenheit to Celsius converter

Subtract 32, then multiply by 5/9. Quick estimate: subtract 30 and halve — 80 °F → 25 °C (exact 26.7 °C).

A US recipe at 350 °F needs about 177 °C; most European ovens would be set to 175–180 °C.

How to use it

  1. Enter °F.
  2. Read °C.
  3. Use the chart for common values.

Fahrenheit to celsius table

Fahrenheit (°F)Celsius (°C)
-40 °F-40 °C
0 °F-17.78 °C
32 °F0 °C
50 °F10 °C
60 °F15.56 °C
68 °F20 °C
70 °F21.11 °C
75 °F23.89 °C
80 °F26.67 °C
90 °F32.22 °C
98.6 °F37 °C
100 °F37.78 °C
212 °F100 °C
350 °F176.67 °C
400 °F204.44 °C
450 °F232.22 °C

The formula

°C = (°F − 32) × 5/9

  • Example: (98.6 − 32) × 5/9 = 37 °C.

Frequently asked questions

What is 100 °F in Celsius?

About 37.8 °C.

What is 350 °F in Celsius?

About 176.7 °C, usually rounded to 180 °C on oven dials.

Results are estimates for planning — check critical figures with a professional or the official source.

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