55°F is equal to 12.7778°C.
To convert 55 degrees Fahrenheit to Celsius, you subtract 32 from 55, then multiply the result by 5/9. This process changes the temperature scale from Fahrenheit to Celsius, which measure temperature differently.
Conversion Tool
Result in celcius:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert Fahrenheit (f) to Celsius (Celcius) is:
Celcius = (Fahrenheit – 32) × 5/9
This formula works because Fahrenheit and Celsius scales start at different points and have different sizes of degrees. Subtracting 32 adjusts the zero point, and multiplying by 5/9 changes the scale size.
Example:
To convert 55°F:
Step 1: 55 – 32 = 23
Step 2: 23 × 5/9 ≈ 12.7778°C
Conversion Example
- 68°F to Celsius
– Subtract 32: 68 – 32 = 36
– Multiply by 5/9: 36 × 5/9 = 20°C - 41°F to Celsius
– Subtract 32: 41 – 32 = 9
– Multiply by 5/9: 9 × 5/9 = 5°C - 100°F to Celsius
– Subtract 32: 100 – 32 = 68
– Multiply by 5/9: 68 × 5/9 ≈ 37.7778°C - 32°F to Celsius
– Subtract 32: 32 – 32 = 0
– Multiply by 5/9: 0 × 5/9 = 0°C
Conversion Chart
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celcius (°C) |
|---|---|
| 30.0 | -1.1111 |
| 35.0 | 1.6667 |
| 40.0 | 4.4444 |
| 45.0 | 7.2222 |
| 50.0 | 10.0000 |
| 55.0 | 12.7778 |
| 60.0 | 15.5556 |
| 65.0 | 18.3333 |
| 70.0 | 21.1111 |
| 75.0 | 23.8889 |
| 80.0 | 26.6667 |
The chart shows Fahrenheit values in the left column and their Celcius equivalents on right. To find Celsius temperature, locate the Fahrenheit value and read across to the Celsius column, which can help quick conversions without calculation.
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Conversion Definitions
f (Fahrenheit): Fahrenheit is a temperature scale where water freezes at 32 degrees and boils at 212 degrees under standard atmospheric pressure. It is mostly used in United States and some Caribbean countries for everyday temperature measurements.
celcius (Celsius): Celsius is a temperature scale based on water’s freezing point at 0 degrees and boiling point at 100 degrees at sea level. It is the standard temperature measurement scale for most countries and scientific work worldwide.
Conversion FAQs
Why do we subtract 32 when converting Fahrenheit to Celsius?
Subtracting 32 adjusts the Fahrenheit value because the Fahrenheit scale sets freezing point of water at 32 instead of zero. This step aligns the starting point of the temperature before scaling it to Celsius degrees.
Can I convert Fahrenheit to Celsius without a calculator?
Yes, you can estimate by subtracting 30 instead of 32 and then dividing by 2, but this gives a rough approximation. For exact values like 55°F, using the formula (F – 32) × 5/9 is best.
Does converting 55°F to Celsius always give the same result?
Yes, the conversion formula is fixed, so 55°F will always convert to approximately 12.7778°C regardless of context or location.
What is the significance of multiplying by 5/9 in the formula?
The 5/9 factor adjusts the scale size between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Fahrenheit degrees are smaller, so multiplying by 5/9 converts the difference correctly into Celsius degrees.
Is the conversion formula different for negative Fahrenheit values?
No, the same formula applies for negative temperatures. You still subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9, which converts negative Fahrenheit values into their corresponding Celsius temperatures properly.