Arcminutes to Degrees Converter

One Arcminute equals 0.01666666667 Degrees (1 arcmin = 0.01666666667 deg). Multiply an Arcminute value by 0.01666666667 to get the equivalent in Degrees. The calculator is above; the formula and worked examples are below.

Formula

deg = arcmin × 0.01666666667

Multiply the Arcminute value by 0.01666666667 to get the equivalent value in Degrees.

Example Conversions

1 Arcminute (arcmin)

0.01666666667 Degree (deg)

5 Arcminute (arcmin)

0.08333333333 Degree (deg)

10 Arcminute (arcmin)

0.1666666667 Degree (deg)

25 Arcminute (arcmin)

0.4166666667 Degree (deg)

100 Arcminute (arcmin)

1.666666667 Degree (deg)

Conversion Table

Common conversion values from Arcminute to Degree
Arcminute (arcmin)Degree (deg)
0.10.001666666667
0.50.008333333333
10.01666666667
20.03333333333
50.08333333333
100.1666666667
250.4166666667
500.8333333333
1001.666666667
2504.166666667
5008.333333333
100016.66666667

How to Convert Manually

Use these steps to convert Arcminute values to Degree without the calculator.

  1. Write down the value in Arcminute (arcmin) that you want to convert.
  2. Multiply that value by 0.01666666667.
  3. For example, 10 Arcminutes × 0.01666666667 = 0.1666666667 Degrees.
  4. Label the result as Degree (deg).

Relative Size Comparison

1 Arcminute
1 Degree60 Arcminutes
1 deg

This chart shows the visual difference in size between exactly one Arcminute and one Degree.

About Arcminute and Degree

The arcminute is 1/60 of a degree. Astronomy quotes apparent sizes (the full Moon spans about 31 arcminutes) and optometry rates visual acuity in arcminutes. The degree is 1/360 of a full turn, a division inherited from Babylonian astronomy. Navigation, geometry, and everyday angle measurement default to degrees. One Arcminute equals 0.01666666667 Degrees (1 arcmin = 0.01666666667 deg). Arcminute is used in astronomy apparent sizes and in visual acuity measurement. Degree is used in navigation headings.

Precision and Rounding:Angle conversions are exact ratios of a full turn, but radian values involve π and never terminate in decimal form. Navigation and construction round to whole degrees or minutes; surveying, astronomy, and robotics carry six or more significant figures.

Conversion factors per NIST Special Publication 811 and the BIPM SI Brochure (9th edition) (reference).

Worked Example

15Arcminutes equals0.25Degrees.

15 arcmin × 0.01666666667 = 0.25 deg

FAQ

How do I convert Arcminute to Degree?

Multiply the Arcminute value by 0.01666666667 to get the equivalent value in Degrees.

What is the formula for Arcminute to Degree?

The formula is deg = arcmin × 0.01666666667.

How many Degrees are in 1 Arcminute?

1 Arcminute equals 0.01666666667 Degrees.

Can I convert Degree back to Arcminute?

Yes. 1 Degree equals 60 Arcminutes, and the related converter can reverse the calculation.

What are common names for Arcminute and Degree?

Arcminute is shown as arcmin and may also be searched as arcminute, arcminutes, arc minute. Degree is shown as deg and may also be searched as degree, degrees, °.

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