Convert Arcminute to Degree
Use this free converter to change arcminutes (') into degrees (°). Arcminute and degree both measure angle. As a quick reference, 1 ' equals 0.016666667 °, and 1 ° equals 60 '.
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Degree (°)
0.016666667
1 ' = 0.016666667 °
Angle conversion table
| Arcminute | Degree |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.00016666667 |
| 0.1 | 0.0016666667 |
| 0.5 | 0.0083333333 |
| 1 | 0.016666667 |
| 2 | 0.033333333 |
| 3 | 0.05 |
| 5 | 0.083333333 |
| 10 | 0.16666667 |
| 20 | 0.33333333 |
| 25 | 0.41666667 |
| 50 | 0.83333333 |
| 100 | 1.6666667 |
| 1,000 | 16.666667 |
How to convert Arcminute to Degree
Multiply the arcminute value by 0.016666667 to get degrees.
- Enter the number of arcminutes you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in degrees.
- Worked example: 15 ' × 0.016666667 = 0.25 °.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (degree to arcminute).
About these units
Arcminute (')
- Definition
- An arcminute (′) is one sixtieth of a degree.
- History
- It comes from the base-60 subdivision of the degree in astronomy.
- Current use
- Arcminutes measure small angles in astronomy, optics, and navigation.
Degree (°)
- Definition
- A degree (°) is an angle equal to 1/360 of a full turn.
- History
- The 360-degree circle descends from Babylonian astronomy and its base-60 number system.
- Current use
- Degrees measure angles in navigation, geometry, and everyday use.
Frequently asked questions
How many degrees are in a arcminute?
There are 0.016666667 ° in 1 '. To convert, multiply the number of arcminutes by 0.016666667.
How do I convert arcminutes to degrees?
Multiply the arcminute value by 0.016666667 to get degrees. For example, 10 ' = 0.16666667 °.
Is this arcminute-to-degree converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Arcminute to other angle units
| Unit | 1 Arcminute equals |
|---|---|
| Degree (°) | 0.016666667 ° |
| Radian (rad) | 0.00029088821 rad |
| Gradian (grad) | 0.018518519 grad |
| Arcsecond (") | 60 " |
| Turn (turn) | 0.000046296296 turn |