Arcminutes to Degrees Converter
Convert angle measurements from arcminutes (minutes of arc) to degrees. Perfect for navigation, astronomy, and coordinate conversions.
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Common Arcminutes to Degrees Conversions
| Arcminutes (') | Degrees (°) |
|---|---|
| 1' | 0.01667° |
| 6' | 0.1° |
| 30' | 0.5° |
| 60' | 1° |
| 90' | 1.5° |
| 120' | 2° |
| 300' | 5° |
| 600' | 10° |
| 5400' | 90° |
How to Convert Arcminutes to Degrees
Since there are 60 arcminutes in one degree, divide the arcminute value by 60 to get degrees.
The Conversion Formula
degrees = arcminutes ÷ 60
Example: Converting 90 Arcminutes to Degrees
degrees = 90' ÷ 60 = 1.5°
Example: Converting 26 Arcminutes to Degrees
degrees = 26' ÷ 60 = 0.4333°
Practical Applications
GPS Coordinates: When GPS devices display coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes (e.g., 40° 26.767'), convert the minutes portion to degrees for decimal degree format.
Astronomy: When calculating angular separations between celestial objects measured in arcminutes, convert to degrees for use in formulas that require degree input.
Surveying: Survey measurements in minutes of arc can be converted to decimal degrees for digital mapping systems.