Kelvin ↔ Fahrenheit Converter

Convert between Kelvin and Fahrenheit instantly

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293.15K
68°F
Conversion Result
293.15 K = 68°F
20°C • Room Temperature

🌡️ Kelvin ↔ Fahrenheit Conversion Details

Kelvin to Fahrenheit Formula

°F = (K - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32

To convert Kelvin to Fahrenheit, subtract 273.15, multiply by 9/5, then add 32.

Fahrenheit to Kelvin Formula

K = (°F - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15

To convert Fahrenheit to Kelvin, subtract 32, multiply by 5/9, then add 273.15.

Bidirectional Conversion

This converter works both ways simultaneously:

  • Type in Kelvin → Fahrenheit updates automatically
  • Type in Fahrenheit → Kelvin updates automatically
  • No buttons to click - works as you type

Temperature Scales

  • Kelvin: Absolute temperature scale
  • Fahrenheit: US customary scale
  • 0K: Absolute zero (-459.67°F)
  • 273.15K: Freezing point of water

📏 How This Converter Works

This is a bidirectional converter that works in real-time:

  1. Kelvin → Fahrenheit: When you type in the Kelvin field, Fahrenheit updates automatically
  2. Fahrenheit → Kelvin: When you type in the Fahrenheit field, Kelvin updates automatically
  3. No swapping needed: Both conversions happen simultaneously
  4. Real-time: Updates happen as you type, no button clicks required
// Bidirectional Conversion Logic:
°F = (K - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32
K = (°F - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15

// Example 1: Type "293.15" in Kelvin
°F = (293.15 - 273.15) × 9/5 + 32
°F = 20 × 9/5 + 32 = 68°F

// Example 2: Type "98.6" in Fahrenheit
K = (98.6 - 32) × 5/9 + 273.15
K = 66.6 × 5/9 + 273.15 = 310.15K

📊 Conversion Table

Kelvin (K) Fahrenheit (°F) Description
0 K -459.67°F Absolute Zero
273.15 K 32°F Freezing Point of Water
293.15 K 68°F Room Temperature
310.15 K 98.6°F Human Body Temperature
373.15 K 212°F Boiling Point of Water
500 K 440.33°F Very Hot

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is absolute zero in Kelvin and Fahrenheit?

A: Absolute zero is 0 Kelvin (0K) which equals -459.67°F. This is the lowest possible temperature.

Q: How does the bidirectional conversion work?

A: Both input fields work simultaneously. When you change the Kelvin value, Fahrenheit updates automatically. When you change the Fahrenheit value, Kelvin updates automatically.

Q: What is room temperature in Kelvin and Fahrenheit?

A: Room temperature is approximately 293.15 Kelvin (293.15K) which equals 68°F.

Q: Why is Kelvin used instead of Celsius in science?

A: Kelvin is an absolute temperature scale starting at absolute zero, making it ideal for scientific calculations where absolute temperatures matter.