120 °F = 48.89 °C
(to 2 decimal places)
120 degrees Fahrenheit converts to 48.89 degrees Celsius
How To Convert 120 Fahrenheit To Celsius
Using the Fahrenheit to Celsius formula: Celsius (°C) = (Fahrenheit - 32) / 1.8, this example shows how to convert a temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit to Celsius (120 F to C).
Worked Example
How To Convert 120 °F to °C
°C = | ( 120 - 32 ) / 1.8 |
= | 88 / 1.8 |
= | 48.89 °C |
∴ | therefore, 120 Fahrenheit (°F) is equal to 48.89 Celsius (°C) ( to 2 decimal places ) |
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Albert Einstein is shown for illustrative purposes.
Anders Celsius (1701–1744), is the proponent of the Celsius temperature scale.