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Temperature C to K

Convert Celsius to Kelvin and Fahrenheit, with a check against absolute zero.

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Values below absolute zero are rejected.

Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

Temperature in kelvin

298.15 K

Celsius25 °C
Fahrenheit77 °F
Kelvin298.15 K
Rankine536.67 °R

Kelvin starts at absolute zero, so 0 K = −273.15 °C = −459.67 °F. There is no negative kelvin temperature.

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What does this tool do?

Kelvin is an absolute temperature scale that starts at absolute zero, so it has no negative values. This converter handles Celsius, Kelvin and Fahrenheit input and rejects values below absolute zero.

The Formula

K = °C + 273.15; °F = °C × 9/5 + 32; °C = K − 273.15

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there no degree symbol on kelvin?

Kelvin is an absolute scale, so the unit is written simply as K. The degree symbol is used for Celsius and Fahrenheit, which are relative scales.

What is absolute zero in Fahrenheit?

Absolute zero is 0 K, −273.15 °C or −459.67 °F. Inputs below that value are rejected because they are physically impossible.