Arcseconds to Degrees Converter
Convert angle measurements from arcseconds (seconds of arc) to degrees. Convert precise astronomical and geodetic measurements to decimal degrees.
arcseconds (")
Result
0°
Common Arcseconds to Degrees Conversions
| Arcseconds (") | Degrees (°) |
|---|---|
| 1" | 0.000278° |
| 60" | 0.01667° |
| 360" | 0.1° |
| 1,800" | 0.5° |
| 3,600" | 1° |
| 18,000" | 5° |
| 324,000" | 90° |
How to Convert Arcseconds to Degrees
Since there are 3,600 arcseconds in one degree, divide the arcsecond value by 3,600 to get degrees.
The Conversion Formula
degrees = arcseconds ÷ 3600
Example: Converting 3,600 Arcseconds to Degrees
degrees = 3600" ÷ 3600 = 1°
Example: Converting 46 Arcseconds to Degrees
degrees = 46" ÷ 3600 = 0.01278°
Practical Uses
Astronomical Calculations: Convert precise stellar position measurements for use in general astronomy software that uses decimal degrees.
GPS Accuracy: High-precision GPS coordinates often specify arcsecond accuracy; convert to decimal degrees for mapping applications.