Converting Fahrenheit to Celsius

77 Fahrenheit To Celsium Temperature Conversion Example

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by Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D.
Dr. Helmenstine holds a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences and is a science writer, educator, and consultant. She has taught science courses at the high school, college, and graduate levels.
Updated March 15, 2017

This example problem illustrates the method to convert temperatures from Celsius to Fahrenheit.

Problem:

What is the temperature in Celsius of 77 °F?

Solution:

The conversion formula for °F to °C is

TC = 5/9(TF - 32)

TC = 5/9(77 - 32)
TC = 5/9(45)
TC = 25 °C

Answer:

The temperature in Fahrenheit of 77 °F is 25 °C.