Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you.
1 kelv equals 1 degree. There is a direct one-to-one relationship between kelv and degree for temperature differences, so the conversion does not change the number value.
When converting a temperature difference or increment between kelv and degree (meaning Celsius degrees), the numeric value stays exactly the same. This is because both scales have the same unit size, only their starting points are offset. For temperature intervals, “1 kelv” is identical to “1 degree Celsius”.
Table of Contents
Conversion Tool
Result in degree:
Conversion Formula
The formula for converting kelv to degree (Celsius degree) is very straightforward:
degrees = kelv
This works because, when discussing differences or intervals (not absolute temperatures), both units increase by the same amount for each step. For example, an increase of 5 kelv is the same interval as an increase of 5 degrees Celsius.
Step-by-step example for 1 kelv:
- Start with 1 kelv.
- Apply the formula: degrees = kelv.
- So, degrees = 1.
- The result is 1 degree.
Conversion Example
Below are more conversions to help illustrate the process. Each uses a different value than 1.
- Convert 3 kelv to degree:
- Start with 3 kelv.
- Formula is: degrees = kelv.
- So, degrees = 3.
- Answer: 3 kelv is 3 degree.
- Convert -5 kelv to degree:
- Begin at -5 kelv.
- Use formula: degrees = kelv.
- degrees = -5.
- Result: -5 kelv equals -5 degree.
- Convert 10.5 kelv to degree:
- 10.5 kelv is the starting value.
- degrees = kelv, so degrees = 10.5.
- 10.5 kelv becomes 10.5 degree.
- Convert 0 kelv to degree:
- Start with 0 kelv.
- degrees = 0.
- So, 0 kelv is 0 degree.
Conversion Chart
This chart lists kelv values from -24.0 to 26.0 and their equivalent in degrees. Each row simply repeats the value, since the conversion for differences is direct. To use the chart, find your kelv value in the first column and read across for the degree value, which will match exactly.
| kelv | degree |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -24.0 |
| -22.0 | -22.0 |
| -20.0 | -20.0 |
| -18.0 | -18.0 |
| -16.0 | -16.0 |
| -14.0 | -14.0 |
| -12.0 | -12.0 |
| -10.0 | -10.0 |
| -8.0 | -8.0 |
| -6.0 | -6.0 |
| -4.0 | -4.0 |
| -2.0 | -2.0 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 2.0 | 2.0 |
| 4.0 | 4.0 |
| 6.0 | 6.0 |
| 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 10.0 | 10.0 |
| 12.0 | 12.0 |
| 14.0 | 14.0 |
| 16.0 | 16.0 |
| 18.0 | 18.0 |
| 20.0 | 20.0 |
| 22.0 | 22.0 |
| 24.0 | 24.0 |
| 26.0 | 26.0 |
Related Conversion Questions
- How do you convert a temperature change of 1 kelv to degree?
- Is 1 kelv equal to 1 degree Celsius when measuring differences?
- If I have 1 kelv, what is that in degrees for an interval?
- Does a shift of 1 kelv mean the same as shifting 1 degree?
- What’s the formula for converting 1 kelv into degrees?
- Are increments of kelv and degree always identical?
- How do I use the value 1 kelv in degree calculations?
Conversion Definitions
kelv: kelv is a unit of temperature difference equal to one kelvin, used to measure intervals or changes in temperature. It matches the Celsius degree in magnitude, but kelvin as a scale starts at absolute zero. Used in scientific and technical temperature work.
degree: Degree in this context refers to the Celsius degree, a unit measuring temperature intervals or changes. One degree Celsius is the same size as one kelv, so temperature changes are numerically the same. It’s used in daily weather, science, and engineering.
Conversion FAQs
Can I use this conversion for absolute temperature values?
No, this specific conversion only applies to temperature differences. For absolute temperatures, kelvin and Celsius start at different points. To convert absolute values, you must add or subtract 273.15, not just equate the numbers.
Why are the values for kelv and degree equal for temperature intervals?
Because the unit size for both kelv (from kelvin) and degree (from Celsius) is identical, only their starting points differ. When measuring differences, the offset cancels out, so the increment size matched exactly.
What if I input a negative kelv value—is the result still valid?
Yes, for temperature intervals, negative values just represent a decrease rather than an increase. The conversion works regardless of sign, the numeric value will always match for differences.
Is there a time when kelv and degree do not match?
When dealing with absolute temperature measurements, not with differences. Absolute kelvin and Celsius values have an offset of 273.15 units, so you must adjust for that. For intervals, they always match, but not for absolute readings.
