Convert Arcminute to Degree

One ′ equals 0.01666666667 °. This converter allows you to easily convert between Arcminute and Degree in real time.

Formula

′ × 0.01666666667 = °

Example: 1 ′ = 0.01666666667 °

What is Arcminute?

The arcminute is one-sixtieth of a degree, symbolized by a prime mark. In astronomy, the apparent diameter of the full Moon is about 31 arcminutes. The definition of 20/20 vision (visual acuity 1.0) is based on the ability to resolve details of one arcminute. Geographic coordinates are often expressed in degrees, minutes, and seconds, where one arcminute of latitude corresponds to approximately 1.852 km (one nautical mile) on Earth's surface.

What is Degree?

The degree is the most commonly used unit of angle, with one full rotation divided into 360 degrees. This system is believed to originate from ancient Babylonian astronomy, where a year of roughly 360 days suggested dividing a circle into 360 parts. Degrees are used everywhere in daily life: compass bearings, slopes, architecture, and geometry. A right angle is 90 degrees, a straight angle is 180 degrees, and a full rotation is 360 degrees.