Convert Kelvin to Celsius
-272.15
≈ -272 5/32 °C
Convert Kelvin to Celsius with the formula °C = K - 273.15. The calculator applies the formula directly to the value you enter.
Conversion Formula
°C = K - 273.15
Reverse: K = °C + 273.15
Kelvin to Celsius Table
K =—°C
| Kelvin (K) | Celsius (°C) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | -272.15 | -272 5/32 |
| 2 | -271.15 | -271 5/32 |
| 3 | -270.15 | -270 5/32 |
| 4 | -269.15 | -269 5/32 |
| 5 | -268.15 | -268 5/32 |
| 6 | -267.15 | -267 5/32 |
| 7 | -266.15 | -266 5/32 |
| 8 | -265.15 | -265 5/32 |
| 9 | -264.15 | -264 5/32 |
| 10 | -263.15 | -263 5/32 |
| 11 | -262.15 | -262 5/32 |
| 12 | -261.15 | -261 5/32 |
| 13 | -260.15 | -260 5/32 |
| 14 | -259.15 | -259 5/32 |
| 15 | -258.15 | -258 5/32 |
| 16 | -257.15 | -257 5/32 |
| 17 | -256.15 | -256 5/32 |
| 18 | -255.15 | -255 5/32 |
| 19 | -254.15 | -254 5/32 |
| 20 | -253.15 | -253 5/32 |
Unit Definitions
What is a Kelvin (K)?
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Kelvin (K) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about KelvinWhat is a Celsius (°C)?
Metric (SI)Worldwide (except US)
Celsius (°C) is one of the two units used in this conversion. Open its dedicated unit page for the reviewed definition and references.
Learn more about CelsiusFrequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Kelvin to Celsius?
Use the formula °C = K - 273.15.
What is the reverse conversion?
Use the reverse formula K = °C + 273.15.