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Kelvin to Fahrenheit Conversion Information
Converting from Kelvin to Fahrenheit is common when translating scientific temperature values to a scale used in everyday life in the United States. The Kelvin scale is the SI base unit for temperature, while Fahrenheit is commonly used for weather forecasts and body temperature in the US.
How to Convert Kelvin to Fahrenheit
To convert Kelvin to Fahrenheit, use the following formula:
°F = (K - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32
Kelvin to Fahrenheit Conversion Table
| Kelvin (K) | Fahrenheit (°F) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 K | -459.67°F | Absolute zero |
| 233.15 K | -40°F | Equal to -40°C |
| 273.15 K | 32°F | Freezing point of water |
| 293.15 K | 68°F | Room temperature |
| 310.15 K | 98.6°F | Average body temperature |
| 373.15 K | 212°F | Boiling point of water |
Common Kelvin to Fahrenheit Conversions
- 273.15 K = 32°F (freezing point of water)
- 373.15 K = 212°F (boiling point of water at sea level)
- 310.15 K = 98.6°F (normal human body temperature)
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 Fahrenheit
The Fahrenheit scale was developed by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in the early 18th century. On this scale, the freezing point of water is 32°F and the boiling point is 212°F at standard atmospheric pressure.
The lowest possible temperature is absolute zero (0 K), which equals -459.67°F. It's impossible to reach temperatures below absolute zero.