16 degrees Celsius is equal to 289.15 kelvin.
To convert Celsius to kelvin, you add 273.15 to the Celsius temperature. This is because kelvin starts at absolute zero, which is −273.15°C, so adding 273.15 shifts the scale from Celsius to kelvin.
Conversion Tool
Result in kelvin:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert Celsius (°C) to kelvin (K) is:
K = °C + 273.15
This works because the kelvin scale begins at absolute zero, which is the lowest possible temperature, equal to −273.15 degrees Celsius. By adding 273.15 to any Celsius temperature, you shift the scale up to kelvin values.
Example: Convert 16°C to kelvin
- Start with the Celsius temperature: 16
- Add 273.15: 16 + 273.15 = 289.15
- The temperature in kelvin is 289.15 K
Conversion Example
- Convert 25°C to K:
- Take the Celsius value: 25
- Add 273.15: 25 + 273.15 = 298.15
- Result: 298.15 K
- Convert -10°C to K:
- Start with -10
- Add 273.15: -10 + 273.15 = 263.15
- Kelvin value is 263.15 K
- Convert 0°C to K:
- The Celsius value is 0
- Add 273.15: 0 + 273.15 = 273.15
- Kelvin temperature: 273.15 K
- Convert 100°C to K:
- Use Celsius 100
- Add 273.15: 100 + 273.15 = 373.15
- Kelvin value results in 373.15 K
Conversion Chart
The chart below shows Celsius values from -9.0°C to 41.0°C with their corresponding kelvin equivalents. To use the chart, find the Celsius temperature you want and look across to see its kelvin conversion.
| Celsius (°C) | Kelvin (K) |
|---|---|
| -9.0 | 264.15 |
| -5.0 | 268.15 |
| 0.0 | 273.15 |
| 5.0 | 278.15 |
| 10.0 | 283.15 |
| 15.0 | 288.15 |
| 20.0 | 293.15 |
| 25.0 | 298.15 |
| 30.0 | 303.15 |
| 35.0 | 308.15 |
| 40.0 | 313.15 |
| 41.0 | 314.15 |
Related Conversion Questions
- What is 16 degrees Celsius in kelvin scale?
- How do I convert 16°C to kelvin fast?
- Why does 16 Celsius equal 289.15 kelvin?
- Can you show me the formula to convert 16 Celsius to kelvin?
- Is 16°C the same temperature as 289 K?
- How does 16 Celsius compare to kelvin?
- What kelvin value corresponds with 16 degrees Celsius?
Conversion Definitions
Celsius: Celsius is a temperature scale based on water’s freezing point at 0 degrees and boiling point at 100 degrees, under standard atmospheric pressure. It is used worldwide for weather, science, and daily temperature measurements.
Kelvin: Kelvin is the absolute temperature scale with zero at absolute zero, the coldest possible temperature. Unlike Celsius, kelvin does not use degrees, and it is the standard unit for scientific temperature measurements.
Conversion FAQs
Why do we add 273.15 to Celsius to get kelvin?
Because kelvin scale starts at absolute zero which is −273.15°C, adding 273.15 shifts the Celsius temperature to kelvin. This adjustment aligns the zero points of both scales so that kelvin measures from absolute zero upward.
Can kelvin temperatures be negative?
No, kelvin cannot be negative as it starts at absolute zero, the lowest possible temperature. Celsius can be negative but once converted to kelvin, values are always zero or above.
Is it correct to say 16°C equals 289 kelvin?
Yes, 16°C equals 289.15 kelvin, but rounding to 289 K is acceptable in some contexts. However, for scientific accuracy, the decimal points are usually kept.
What is the difference between Celsius and kelvin?
Celsius is a relative temperature scale based on water’s freezing and boiling points, while kelvin is an absolute scale starting from absolute zero. Kelvin is used in scientific fields where precise temperature measurements are needed.
Can I convert kelvin back to Celsius easily?
Yes, to convert kelvin to Celsius, subtract 273.15 from the kelvin value. This reverses the initial addition done when converting Celsius to kelvin.
