Temperature
What is a Celsius? (°C)
Definition
Celsius (symbol: °C), also known as centigrade, is a temperature scale used in the metric system. It was defined by Anders Celsius in 1742 and sets 0°C as the freezing point of water and 100°C as the boiling point of water at standard atmospheric pressure. Celsius is the standard temperature scale in most countries worldwide.
Common Uses
- › Weather forecasts and temperature reporting
- › Cooking and oven temperatures
- › Medical and body temperature
- › Science and laboratory work
Converters
Key Facts
- Symbol°C
- CategoryTemperature
- 0°C = 32°F (freezing point of water)
- 100°C = 212°F (boiling point of water)
- 37°C = 98.6°F (normal body temperature)
- -40°C = -40°F
Related Terms
About the Celsius
Celsius (symbol: °C), also known as centigrade, is a temperature scale used in the metric system. It was defined by Anders Celsius in 1742 and sets 0°C as the freezing point of water and 100°C as the boiling point of water at standard atmospheric pressure. Celsius is the standard temperature scale in most countries worldwide.
Equivalents and conversions
- 0°C = 32°F (freezing point of water)
- 100°C = 212°F (boiling point of water)
- 37°C = 98.6°F (normal body temperature)
- -40°C = -40°F