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Kelvin to Celsius
Convert kelvin (K) to degrees Celsius (°C) instantly. Type a value in either box — it works both ways.
1 K = -272.15 °C
Formula
°C = K − 273.15ADVERTISEMENT
Kelvin to Celsius conversion chart
| Kelvin | Celsius |
|---|---|
| 0 K | -273.15 °C |
| 73 K | -200.15 °C |
| 173 K | -100.15 °C |
| 273.15 K | 0 °C |
| 283 K | 9.85 °C |
| 293 K | 19.85 °C |
| 300 K | 26.85 °C |
| 310 K | 36.85 °C |
| 373.15 K | 100 °C |
| 400 K | 126.85 °C |
About kelvin and degrees Celsius
Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin are the three main temperature scales. Water freezes at 0 °C / 32 °F / 273.15 K and boils at 100 °C / 212 °F / 373.15 K. Kelvin starts at absolute zero, so it has no negative values.
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Frequently asked questions
How many degrees Celsius are in a kelvin?
To convert, use °C = K − 273.15. For example, 1 K = -272.15 °C.
How do you convert kelvin to degrees Celsius?
Apply the formula °C = K − 273.15. Enter any kelvin value in the calculator above and the degrees Celsius result updates instantly.
What is 283 K in °C?
283 K = 9.85 °C. See the full conversion chart above for more common values.