- Celsius (°C) — Used by most of the world, scientific standard
- Fahrenheit (°F) — Used in USA, Liberia, and some Caribbean nations
- Kelvin (K) — Scientific absolute temperature scale
- Rankine (°R) — Absolute scale using Fahrenheit degrees
- Réaumur (°Ré) — Historical French scale (0-80)
- Delisle (°De) — Historical Russian scale (inverted)
- Newton (°N) — Historical scale by Isaac Newton
- Rømer (°Rø) — Historical Danish scale
- Gas Mark — UK cooking oven scale
Temperature Converter
Convert between Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin, Rankine, Réaumur, Delisle, Newton, Rømer, and Gas Mark with exact algebraic formulas.
Key Temperature Reference Points
Common benchmarks| Reference Point | Celsius | Fahrenheit | Kelvin | Description |
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| Absolute Zero | -273.15°C | -459.67°F | 0K | Lowest possible temperature |
| Water Freezing | 0°C | 32°F | 273.15K | Freezing point of water at 1 atm |
| Human Body | 37°C | 98.6°F | 310.15K | Average body temperature |
| Room Temp | 20-25°C | 68-77°F | 293-298K | Comfortable indoor temperature |
| Water Boiling | 100°C | 212°F | 373.15K | Boiling point at sea level |
| Oven Baking | 180°C | 356°F | 453.15K | Standard baking temperature |
| Pizza Oven | 450°C | 842°F | 723.15K | Wood-fired pizza oven |
| Iron Melting | 1538°C | 2800°F | 1811.15K | Melting point of iron |
| Sun Surface | 5505°C | 9941°F | 5778K | Sun's photosphere |
| Lightning Bolt | 30000°C | 54032°F | 30273K | Temperature of lightning |
All 9 Temperature Scales Explained
From modern scientific standards to historical scales used across civilizations, our converter supports every world-known temperature scale with complete historical accuracy.
Cooking Temperature Guide
With Gas Marks| Gas Mark | Celsius | Fahrenheit | Description | Common Use |
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| 1/4 | 110°C | 225°F | Very Slow | Drying, slow cooking |
| 1/2 | 120°C | 250°F | Very Slow | Meringues, drying herbs |
| 1 | 140°C | 275°F | Slow | Slow roasting, casseroles |
| 2 | 150°C | 300°F | Slow | Stewing, braising |
| 3 | 160°C | 325°F | Moderate | Cakes, gentle baking |
| 4 | 180°C | 350°F | Moderate | Most baking, cookies |
| 5 | 190°C | 375°F | Moderate Hot | Pies, pastries |
| 6 | 200°C | 400°F | Hot | Bread, pizza |
| 7 | 220°C | 425°F | Hot | Roasting meats |
| 8 | 230°C | 450°F | Very Hot | Pizza, quick roasts |
| 9 | 240°C | 475°F | Very Hot | Neapolitan pizza |
| 10 | 260°C | 500°F | Maximum | Highest oven temp |
Meat Doneness Temperatures
Safe internal temps| Doneness | Celsius | Fahrenheit | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rare (Beef) | 52-55°C | 125-130°F | Cool red center, very soft |
| Medium Rare | 55-60°C | 130-140°F | Warm red center, tender |
| Medium | 60-65°C | 140-150°F | Pink center, firm |
| Medium Well | 65-69°C | 150-155°F | Slightly pink, firm |
| Well Done | 71+°C | 160+°F | Brown throughout, firm |
| Chicken (Safe) | 74°C | 165°F | USDA safe temperature |
| Pork (Safe) | 63°C | 145°F | Safe with rest time |
| Fish | 63°C | 145°F | Flakes easily |
Weather Temperature Feelings
How it feels| Celsius | Fahrenheit | Description | What to Wear |
|---|---|---|---|
| -40 to -20°C | -40 to -4°F | Extreme Cold | Full winter gear, heavy coat |
| -20 to -10°C | -4 to 14°F | Very Cold | Winter jacket, gloves, hat |
| -10 to 0°C | 14 to 32°F | Cold | Warm coat, scarf |
| 0 to 10°C | 32 to 50°F | Cool | Sweater, light jacket |
| 10 to 18°C | 50 to 65°F | Mild | Light sweater, long sleeves |
| 18 to 24°C | 65 to 75°F | Comfortable | T-shirt, light clothing |
| 24 to 30°C | 75 to 86°F | Warm | Summer clothing, shorts |
| 30 to 38°C | 86 to 100°F | Hot | Light clothing, stay hydrated |
| 38 to 45°C | 100 to 113°F | Very Hot | Avoid sun, AC recommended |
| 45+°C | 113+°F | Extreme Heat | Heat danger, stay indoors |
Scientific Temperature Extremes
Fascinating facts| Phenomenon | Celsius | Kelvin | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Zero | -273.15°C | 0K | Lowest possible temperature, zero molecular motion |
| Liquid Nitrogen | -196°C | 77K | Used in cryogenics, medical preservation |
| Liquid Oxygen | -183°C | 90K | Rocket fuel, medical applications |
| Dry Ice (CO₂) | -78.5°C | 194.65K | Sublimates directly to gas |
| Mercury Melting | -38.83°C | 234.32K | Only metal liquid at room temp |
| Gold Melting | 1064°C | 1337K | Melting point of pure gold |
| Tungsten Melting | 3422°C | 3695K | Highest melting point of any metal |
| Sun Surface | 5505°C | 5778K | Sun's photosphere |
| Sun Core | 15 million°C | 15 millionK | Nuclear fusion site |
| Lightning Bolt | 30000°C | 30273K | 5x hotter than sun's surface |
Exact Conversion Formulas
Unlike simple multiplication-based conversions, temperature scales require algebraic formulas because they have different zero points and scale intervals. Here are the exact mathematical relationships used in our converter.
How to Use This Converter
Our temperature converter is designed for scientists, engineers, chefs, students, and anyone working with temperature data. Here's how to get the most out of it.
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Select Source Scale Choose the scale you're converting from (e.g., Celsius) in the first dropdown.
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Select Target Scale Pick the scale you want to convert to (e.g., Fahrenheit) in the second dropdown.
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Enter Temperature Value Type any number, including decimals and negative values. Results appear instantly.
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View All 9 Scales The "All 9 Scales" section shows your value converted to every scale at once.
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Use Swap Button Click the swap button to instantly reverse the conversion direction.
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Study the Formula The exact mathematical formula is displayed below for verification and learning.
Why Professionals Choose Our Converter
Built with scientific precision and premium design, our temperature converter is trusted by scientists, engineers, chefs, and educators worldwide.
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Scientific Precision 10-digit accuracy using exact algebraic formulas from NIST and BIPM standards.
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All 9 World Scales From modern Celsius/Fahrenheit to historical Réaumur, Delisle, Newton, and Rømer.
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All Scales at Once View your temperature converted to all 9 scales simultaneously — no extra clicks needed.
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Works Offline All calculations run locally in your browser. Perfect for labs and field work.
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Zero Tracking No cookies, no analytics, no data collection. Your conversions stay private.
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Comprehensive References Includes cooking guides, meat temps, weather scales, and scientific extremes.
Frequently Asked Questions
• Multiply 100 × 9/5 = 180
• Add 32 → 212°F
The reverse (Fahrenheit to Celsius) uses:
- 0 K = -273.15°C (absolute zero)
- 0°C = 273.15 K (water freezes)
- A 1°C change = a 1 K change (same interval)
- Kelvin has no degree symbol (°), just "K"
- -273.15°C (Celsius)
- -459.67°F (Fahrenheit)
- 0 K (Kelvin)
- 0 °R (Rankine)
Results are accurate to 10 significant digits, suitable for:
- Scientific research and academic papers
- Engineering calculations
- Laboratory work
- Industrial applications
- Culinary precision cooking
Key reference points:
- Gas Mark 1 = 140°C / 275°F (Slow)
- Gas Mark 4 = 180°C / 350°F (Moderate — most common)
- Gas Mark 6 = 200°C / 400°F (Hot)
- Gas Mark 9 = 240°C / 475°F (Very Hot)
- Réaumur (1730) — Used across Europe until the 19th century, especially in France. 0°Ré = freezing water, 80°Ré = boiling water.
- Delisle (1732) — Created by French astronomer Joseph-Nicolas Delisle, used in Russia for over 100 years. It's inverted — higher numbers mean colder temperatures!
- Newton (1700) — Created by Sir Isaac Newton. 0°N = freezing water, 33°N = boiling water.
- Rømer (1701) — Danish astronomer Ole Rømer's scale. Influenced Fahrenheit's later design.
Examples:
- -40°C = -40°F (the only value where Celsius equals Fahrenheit)
- -273.15°C = 0 K (absolute zero)
- -89.2°C (coldest recorded temp on Earth, Antarctica)
This makes the tool perfect for:
- Laboratory work in shielded rooms
- Field research in remote locations
- Classrooms with limited connectivity
- Travel where internet is unavailable
- Situations requiring data privacy
- -273.15°C / 0 K — Absolute zero
- 0°C / 32°F — Water freezes
- 20-25°C / 68-77°F — Room temperature
- 37°C / 98.6°F — Human body temperature
- 100°C / 212°F — Water boils at sea level
- 180°C / 356°F — Standard baking temperature
- 5505°C / 9941°F — Sun's surface
- No registration requirements
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- Convert between Celsius and Fahrenheit for international recipes
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