Need to convert from Celsius to Fahrenheit? Use this simple temperature calculator to help change between °C and °F. More converters available!

Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit

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Converting between degrees of Celsius and Fahrenheit is common when it comes to temperature conversions. The Celsius scale of temperature is used  by the majority of the world, except the US where Fahrenheit is favoured. Both temperatures can be found commonly used in cooking and recipes, for example chocolate recipes. Use this Celsius – Fahrenheit converter to change between the two. View our other temperature converters.

How to use the Converter for Celsius to Fahrenheit?

In the Celsius – Fahrenheit calculator above, enter the amount of degrees in Celsius you wish to change and click “convert” to be given the accurate equivalent in Fahrenheit. For the opposite conversion, see how to convert Fahrenheit to Celsius.

Formula to Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit

The mathematical formula used by the temperature converter c to f is shown below and is useful if you need to know how the online conversion is done. For example, 10°C = 50°F and 22°C = 71.6°F

(°C x 2) + 30 = °F 

When to use Celsius?

Degrees Celsius is the most common form of measuring temperature used in thermometers and on the news when telling the weather. It was formerly known as degrees centigrade. The name Celsius comes from the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius who discovered a temperature scale where 0 signified boiling water and 100 freezing water. Use our C to F temperature converter above.

When to use Fahrenheit?

In the United States, the temperature scale of Fahrenheit is mainly used rather than Celsius. Temperatures on the weather forecast and within buildings, such as offices and rooms, will be measured by this scale. The Fahrenheit scale as we know it today is based on one proposed by German physicist, Daniel Fahrenheit who studied the temperatures of brine and the human body. Try out our °C – °F conversion tool.