🌡️ K → °C Converter
Switch absolute Kelvin readings into Celsius.
Critical for lab notes, climate calculations, and equipment logs that alternate between Kelvin and Celsius scales.
300 K equals
26.85 °C
How to Use This Calculator
Enter Kelvin
Provide the absolute temperature reading in Kelvin.
Review Celsius
The converter subtracts 273.15 to show °C.
Record the result
Use the Celsius output in documentation or communication.
Formula
°C = K − 273.15
K = °C + 273.15
Use the formula breakdown to confirm the calculation logic or perform the conversion manually if needed.
Full Description
Kelvin and Celsius share the same magnitude per degree, differing only in their zero point. This converter applies the constant offset so you can move between thermodynamic and everyday temperature scales seamlessly.
It’s particularly useful when instrumentation records Kelvin, but operators or reports expect Celsius.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Kelvin be negative?
Only in theoretical contexts; practical values stay at or above absolute zero (0 K).
Does the converter handle decimals?
Yes. Fractional Kelvin values convert precisely into fractional Celsius.
How do I convert Celsius to Kelvin?
Add 273.15, or use the Kelvin converter to see both directions.
Is rounding applied?
Results show up to six decimals by default, preserving scientific precision.