Kelvin to Fahrenheit Converter
Convert Kelvin (K) to Fahrenheit (°F) for US applications
Kelvin to Fahrenheit Calculator
Enter temperature in Kelvin to convert to Fahrenheit
0.00°F
°F = (K - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32
Conversion Formula
Common Kelvin to Fahrenheit Conversions
Quick reference for scientific to US temperature scale
Absolute zero
0 K
-459.7°F
Liquid nitrogen
77.15 K
-320.8°F
Dry ice sublimation
194.65 K
-109.3°F
Water freezing point
273.15 K
32.0°F
Room temperature
293.15 K
68.0°F
Human body temperature
310.15 K
98.6°F
Water boiling point
373.15 K
212.0°F
High temperature
1273.15 K
1832.0°F
Scientific to Practical
This conversion translates scientific temperature measurements in Kelvin to the Fahrenheit scale commonly used in the United States.
Complex Conversion
This is a two-step process: first convert Kelvin to Celsius, then Celsius to Fahrenheit. Our calculator handles both steps automatically.
When Do You Need It?
Presenting scientific data to US audiences, converting research results, engineering applications, and educational purposes.
Conversion Examples
Step-by-Step Example:
Convert 298.15 K to Fahrenheit:
1. Subtract 273.15: 298.15 - 273.15 = 25°C
2. Multiply by 9/5: 25 × 9/5 = 45
3. Add 32: 45 + 32 = 77°F
Result: 298.15 K = 77°F
Key Facts
- •0 K = -459.67°F (absolute zero)
- •273.15 K = 32°F (water freezing)
- •373.15 K = 212°F (water boiling)
- •~293 K = 68°F (room temperature)
- •Most complex temperature conversion