°F
What is a Fahrenheit?
Temperature Unit
Definition
Fahrenheit is a temperature scale where 32°F is the freezing point of water and 212°F is the boiling point of water at standard atmospheric pressure.
Popular Fahrenheit Conversions
Most common conversions from Fahrenheit
History
The Fahrenheit scale was proposed by German physicist Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in 1724. He originally set 0°F as the temperature of a brine solution and 96°F as human body temperature.
Common Uses
- Weather forecasts in the United States
- Cooking temperatures in the US
- Pool and spa temperatures in the US
- HVAC and thermostat settings in the US
Fun Facts
Normal human body temperature is about 98.6°F
The US is one of the few countries still using Fahrenheit
Room temperature is typically around 68-72°F