Degree Celsius to Degree Centigrade Conversion

Convert between Degree Celsius and Degree Centigrade quickly and accurately.

From Degree Celsius

°C

To Degree Centigrade

°C

How to Convert Degree Celsius to Degree Centigrade

Conversion Formula

1 °C = 1 °C

Example

Convert 15 °C to °C:

15 °C = 15 × 1 °C = 15 °C

Unit Information

Learn about the temperature interval units you're converting between

Degree Celsius

°C

Definition

The degree Celsius (°C) is a unit of temperature interval equal to one kelvin. When measuring temperature differences rather than absolute temperatures, one degree Celsius equals one kelvin, making it equivalent for interval measurements in the Celsius temperature scale.

History/Origin

Named after Anders Celsius, the degree Celsius was originally defined as 1/100 of the temperature difference between the freezing and boiling points of water. For temperature intervals, it maintains the same scale as the kelvin, providing a practical unit for everyday temperature difference measurements.

Current Use

Commonly used in everyday applications, weather reporting, and engineering for measuring temperature differences. It is widely used in HVAC systems, industrial processes, and scientific research where temperature intervals are measured in Celsius scale.

Multiplier

Offset

Degree Centigrade

°C

Definition

The degree centigrade (°C) is an alternative name for degree Celsius, representing the same temperature interval unit. It is equal to one kelvin when measuring temperature differences and is used interchangeably with degree Celsius in many contexts.

History/Origin

The term "centigrade" was historically used to describe the temperature scale now known as Celsius. It means "hundred degrees" and refers to the 100-degree interval between the freezing and boiling points of water. For temperature intervals, it maintains the same scale as the kelvin.

Current Use

Used interchangeably with degree Celsius in many contexts, particularly in older literature and some engineering applications. It represents the same temperature interval as degree Celsius and is commonly used in temperature difference measurements.

Multiplier

Offset