Circle to Minute Conversion

Convert between Circle and Minute quickly and accurately.

From Circle

circle

To Minute

How to Convert Circle to Minute

Conversion Formula

1 circle = 21600 '

1 ' = 0 circle

Example

Convert 15 circle to ':

15 circle = 15 × 21600 ' = 323999.999 '

Unit Information

Learn about the angle units you're converting between

Circle

circle

Definition

Circle is a unit of angle measurement equal to one complete turn or 360 degrees. It represents the full angular measure of a circle.

History/Origin

The circle as a unit of angular measurement has been used since ancient times in geometry and astronomy.

Current Use

Circles are used in geometry, engineering, rotational calculations, and describing complete angular measurements.

Multiplier

360

Offset

Minute

Definition

Minute of arc (arcminute) is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60 of a degree. There are 60 minutes in one degree.

History/Origin

The minute of arc was developed by ancient astronomers who divided degrees into smaller units for more precise measurements. The term comes from the Latin "pars minuta" meaning "small part".

Current Use

Minutes are used in astronomy, navigation, surveying, and other fields requiring precise angular measurements.

Multiplier

0.017

Offset