Kelvin to Celsius

The Kelvin to Celsius Converter transforms temperatures from the scientific Kelvin scale to the more commonly used Celsius scale. The Kelvin scale, which begins at absolute zero (0K, the theoretical point of no molecular motion), is the standard unit system for scientific temperature measurements, particularly in physics and chemistry. However, most people better understand temperatures expressed in Celsius for everyday contexts. This converter applies the simple but precise formula (°C = K - 273.15) to bridge this gap between scientific and common temperature expressions. Science students can use this tool to translate textbook Kelvin values into more intuitive Celsius readings. Researchers preparing reports for broader audiences can convert their laboratory data to more widely understood units. Common reference points include absolute zero (0K = -273.15°C), water freezing (273.15K = 0°C), room temperature (293.15K = 20°C), and water boiling (373.15K = 100°C). The converter maintains decimal precision for exact scientific needs while helping convey temperature concepts across the scientific community and general public, making specialized knowledge more accessible to everyone.