Second to Minute Conversion

Convert between Second and Minute quickly and accurately.

From Second

To Minute

How to Convert Second to Minute

Conversion Formula

1 " = 0.017 '

1 ' = 60 "

Example

Convert 15 " to ':

15 " = 15 × 0.017 ' = 0.25 '

Unit Information

Learn about the angle units you're converting between

Second

Definition

Second of arc (arcsecond) is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60 of a minute or 1/3600 of a degree. There are 60 seconds in one minute and 3600 seconds in one degree.

History/Origin

The second of arc was developed as a further subdivision of the minute for extremely precise astronomical measurements. It follows the same sexagesimal system used for time.

Current Use

Seconds are used in astronomy, precision surveying, satellite navigation, and other applications requiring very precise angular measurements.

Multiplier

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