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Kelvin to Celsius Conversion Information
Converting between Kelvin (K) and Celsius (°C) is common in scientific and engineering applications. Kelvin is the SI base unit for temperature and is used extensively in scientific contexts.
How to Convert Kelvin to Celsius
To convert Kelvin to Celsius, use the following formula:
°C = K - 273.15
Kelvin to Celsius Conversion Table
| Kelvin (K) | Celsius (°C) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 K | -273.15°C | Absolute zero |
| 273.15 K | 0°C | Freezing point of water |
| 293.15 K | 20°C | Room temperature |
| 310.15 K | 37°C | Average body temperature |
| 373.15 K | 100°C | Boiling point of water |
Common Kelvin to Celsius Conversions
- 0 K = -273.15°C (absolute zero)
- 273.15 K = 0°C (freezing point of water)
- 373.15 K = 100°C (boiling point of water at sea level)
About Kelvin
The Kelvin scale is an absolute temperature scale where zero represents absolute zero, the theoretical lowest possible temperature where all molecular motion ceases. Unlike Celsius or Fahrenheit, Kelvin does not use the degree symbol (°) and is simply denoted with K.
About Celsius
The Celsius scale is defined so that 0°C is the freezing point of water and 100°C is the boiling point of water, both at standard atmospheric pressure. It is widely used around the world for most everyday temperature measurements.
Unlike other temperature scales, the Kelvin scale is absolute, which means it starts at absolute zero, the theoretical lowest possible temperature in the universe.