UnitConTemperature Interval
A temperature interval is a difference between two temperatures, not a temperature reading by itself. That distinction matters because Celsius and Kelvin share the same interval size, while Fahrenheit uses a different one. This converter is useful in calibration, heat transfer, and engineering calculations. It should not be confused with an absolute temperature converter.
Common conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 Celsius | 1.8 Fahrenheit |
| 1 Kelvin | 1 Celsius |
| 10 Fahrenheit | 5.555556 Celsius |
| 20 Celsius | 20 Kelvin |
| 100 Fahrenheit | 55.55556 Kelvin |
| 5 Kelvin | 9 Fahrenheit |
| 50 Celsius | 90 Fahrenheit |
| 18 Fahrenheit | 10 Celsius |
Frequently asked questions
A temperature interval is the difference between two temperatures. It measures change rather than the absolute reading on a scale.
Yes, for intervals they are the same size. A change of 1°C equals a change of 1 K.
Divide the Fahrenheit interval by 1.8. You do not add or subtract 32 because intervals do not use scale zero points.