Convert Kelvin to Celsius
Accurate tool to convert between K and °C
Temperature
Kelvin
Kelvin is the base unit of temperature in the International System, where 0 K is absolute zero.
Celsius
Celsius is a temperature scale where 0°C is the freezing point of water and 100°C is the boiling point.
Formula
Subtract 273.15 from the temperature.
Kelvin (k)
Description
Kelvin is the base unit of temperature in the International System, where 0 K is absolute zero.
History
Named after Lord Kelvin, who proposed an absolute temperature scale in 1848.
Symbol Origin
Symbol 'K', named after William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin.
Usage Context
Used in physics, chemistry, and astronomy for absolute temperature.
Main Usage
Did you know?
There are no negative numbers in the Kelvin scale.
Celsius (c)
Description
Celsius is a temperature scale where 0°C is the freezing point of water and 100°C is the boiling point.
History
Proposed by Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius in 1742. Originally, 0 was boiling and 100 was freezing!
Symbol Origin
Named after Anders Celsius.
Usage Context
Used for weather, cooking, and science worldwide (except the US).
Main Usage
Did you know?
At -40 degrees, the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales meet (-40°C = -40°F).
Quick Conversion Table
| Kelvin (k) | Celsius (c) |
|---|---|
| 1 | -272.15 |
| 2 | -271.15 |
| 5 | -268.15 |
| 10 | -263.15 |
| 25 | -248.15 |
| 50 | -223.15 |
| 100 | -173.15 |
| 500 | 226.85 |
| 1000 | 726.85 |
| 2500 | 2226.85 |
| 5000 | 4726.85 |
| 10000 | 9726.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How to convert Kelvin to Celsius?
Subtract 273.15 from the temperature.
How many Celsius in 1 Kelvin?
1 Kelvin is equal to -272.15 Celsius.
What is a Kelvin?
Kelvin is the base unit of temperature in the International System, where 0 K is absolute zero.
What is a Celsius?
Celsius is a temperature scale where 0°C is the freezing point of water and 100°C is the boiling point.