degree Kelvin [K] to degree Celsius [C] Converter
Quick Reference
1 degree Kelvin (K) = -272.15 degree Celsius (C)
1 degree Celsius (C) = 274.15 degree Kelvin (K)
How to Convert degree Kelvin to degree Celsius
1 K = -272.15 C
1 C = 274.15 K
To convert degree Kelvin to degree Celsius, divide the value by 274.15 (equivalently, multiply by -272.15). To convert degree Celsius back to degree Kelvin, multiply by 274.15.
Example: convert 10 K to C:
10 K = 10 x -272.15 = -2721.5 C
degree Kelvin
Definition: Degree Kelvin (K) is the base unit of temperature in the International System of Units (SI). It is an absolute thermodynamic temperature scale where 0 K is absolute zero, the point at which all molecular motion ceases.
History/origin: The Kelvin scale was proposed by William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin, in 1848. It is based on the Celsius scale, but with its zero point at absolute zero (-273.15 °C).
Current use: Degree Kelvin is primarily used in scientific and engineering applications where absolute temperature is required, such as thermodynamics, astrophysics, and low-temperature physics.
degree Celsius
Definition: Degree Celsius (°C) is a unit of temperature on the Celsius scale, which is defined so that the freezing point of water is 0 °C and the boiling point is 100 °C at standard atmospheric pressure.
History/origin: The Celsius scale was originally proposed in 1742 by the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius. He originally defined 0 °C as the boiling point of water and 100 °C as the freezing point, but this was later reversed to its current definition.
Current use: Degree Celsius is the standard unit of temperature used in most of the world, except for the United States and a few other countries. It is used in scientific research, weather reporting, and everyday life.
degree Kelvin to degree Celsius Conversion Table
| degree Kelvin [K] | degree Celsius [C] |
|---|---|
| 1 K | -272.15 C |
| 2 K | -271.15 C |
| 5 K | -268.15 C |
| 10 K | -263.15 C |
| 20 K | -253.15 C |
| 50 K | -223.15 C |
| 100 K | -173.15 C |
| 200 K | -73.15 C |
| 500 K | 226.85 C |
| 1000 K | 726.85 C |
Common degree Kelvin to degree Celsius conversions
- 0 K = -273.15 C
- 5 K = -268.15 C
- 10 K = -263.15 C
- 15 K = -258.15 C
- 20 K = -253.15 C
- 25 K = -248.15 C
- 30 K = -243.15 C
- 35 K = -238.15 C
- 36 K = -237.15 C
- 37 K = -236.15 C
- 38 K = -235.15 C
- 40 K = -233.15 C
- 45 K = -228.15 C
- 50 K = -223.15 C
- 60 K = -213.15 C
- 70 K = -203.15 C
- 80 K = -193.15 C
- 90 K = -183.15 C
- 100 K = -173.15 C
- 150 K = -123.15 C
- 180 K = -93.15 C
- 200 K = -73.15 C
- 220 K = -53.15 C
- 250 K = -23.15 C
- 350 K = 76.85 C
Common pairs of Temperature
degree Celsius
degree Kelvin
degree Fahrenheit