Celsius vs Fahrenheit

Everyday temperatures in both scales, from freezing to a heatwave.

Everyday temperatures

ContextCelsiusFahrenheit
Freezing point of water0°C32°F
Cold winter day5°C41°F
Cool day, light jacket15°C59°F
Room temperature21°C69.8°F
Warm spring day25°C77°F
Hot summer day32°C89.6°F
Average body temperature37°C98.6°F
Heatwave40°C104°F
Boiling point of water100°C212°F

Frequently asked questions

Is 20°C warm or cold?
20°C (68.0°F) is generally considered mild, room-temperature weather — not hot, not cold.
What temperature is the same in both Celsius and Fahrenheit?
-40 degrees. -40°C equals exactly -40°F — it's the one point where both scales agree.
Which countries use Fahrenheit?
The United States is the main country that uses Fahrenheit for everyday weather and cooking. Most of the rest of the world uses Celsius.

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