24 degrees Fahrenheit is approximately -4.4444 degrees Celsius.
To convert 24°F to Celsius, you subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit value, then multiply by 5 divided by 9. This formula adjusts for the difference in zero points and scale size between the two temperature units.
Conversion Tool
Result in celsius:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C) is:
C = (F – 32) × 5/9
This formula works because Fahrenheit and Celsius scales have different zero points and increments. Fahrenheit sets freezing point of water at 32°F, while Celsius sets it at 0°C. The 5/9 factor adjusts the scale difference between degrees.
For example, converting 24°F:
- Subtract 32 from 24: 24 – 32 = -8
- Multiply the result by 5/9: -8 × 5/9 = -40/9
- Calculate the decimal: -40/9 ≈ -4.4444°C
Conversion Example
- 68°F to Celsius:
- Subtract 32: 68 – 32 = 36
- Multiply by 5/9: 36 × 5/9 = 180/9
- Result: 180/9 = 20°C
- 0°F to Celsius:
- Subtract 32: 0 – 32 = -32
- Multiply by 5/9: -32 × 5/9 = -160/9
- Result: -160/9 ≈ -17.7778°C
- 100°F to Celsius:
- Subtract 32: 100 – 32 = 68
- Multiply by 5/9: 68 × 5/9 = 340/9
- Result: 340/9 ≈ 37.7778°C
- 45°F to Celsius:
- Subtract 32: 45 – 32 = 13
- Multiply by 5/9: 13 × 5/9 = 65/9
- Result: 65/9 ≈ 7.2222°C
Conversion Chart
| Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) |
|---|---|
| -1.0 | -18.3333 |
| 0.0 | -17.7778 |
| 5.0 | -15.0000 |
| 10.0 | -12.2222 |
| 15.0 | -9.4444 |
| 20.0 | -6.6667 |
| 24.0 | -4.4444 |
| 25.0 | -3.8889 |
| 30.0 | -1.1111 |
| 35.0 | 1.6667 |
| 40.0 | 4.4444 |
| 45.0 | 7.2222 |
| 49.0 | 9.4444 |
This chart shows Fahrenheit values in the left column and their Celsius equivalents in the right. To find a Celsius value for Fahrenheit, locate the Fahrenheit number and read across the row. Handy for quick reference 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’s mainly used in the United States and its territories, and measures temperature using increments of 1/180th between freezing and boiling points.
Celsius: Celsius measures temperature based on the freezing point of water at 0 degrees and boiling point at 100 degrees at standard pressure. It’s used worldwide for scientific and everyday temperature readings, dividing the scale into 100 equal parts between those points.
Conversion FAQs
Why does the formula subtract 32 before multiplying?
Because the Fahrenheit scale sets water freezing at 32°F, you subtract 32 to reset the zero point before adjusting for the difference in scale size. Multiplying by 5/9 converts the Fahrenheit intervals into Celsius intervals, which are smaller in size.
Can I convert temperatures without a calculator?
Yes, but it’s tricky. You can estimate by subtracting 30 instead of 32, then halving the result for a rough Celsius value. This gives a close but not exact number, useful when a calculator isn’t handy.
Is the Celsius value always lower than Fahrenheit?
Not always. Celsius can be higher or lower depending on the Fahrenheit value. For example, 100°F equals about 37.78°C, which is lower numerically. But negative Fahrenheit values convert into negative Celsius values, which can be higher in number but more negative.
Does this conversion work for negative Fahrenheit values?
Yes, the formula works for any Fahrenheit value, including negatives. Subtract 32 and multiply by 5/9 correctly converts negative temperatures to Celsius, even below freezing points.
Why are the decimal places important in conversion?
Decimals show precision. For scientific, cooking, or weather purposes, small differences matter. Rounding too much can cause errors in temperature-sensitive situations, so keeping decimals accurate helps maintain correct results.