Temperature Unit Conversion Problem

This is a worked conversion problem showing how to convert from Kelvin to degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit.

Temperature Conversion Example

If someone says that the temperature will be 303 K today, how can you express that temperature in °C and °F?

Temperature Conversion Solution

To convert from Kelvin to Celsius:
T_C = T_K - 273
T_C = 303 - 273 T_C = 30°C

To convert from Celsius to Fahrenheit:
T_F = 9/5(T_C) + 32
T_F = 9/5(30) + 32
T_F = 86°F

Temperature Conversion Answer

30°C, 86°F