Convert arcminutes to degrees
Type the number of arcminutes that you wish to convert to degrees.
How to Convert Arcminutes to Degrees
The arcminute and degree are both units of angle. 1 degree equals 59.999999999 arcminutes. This means to convert arcminutes to degrees, you divide by 59.999999999.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ′ to degrees:
We need to convert arcminutes to degrees
Since 1 ° = 59.999999999 ′, divide by 59.999999999
5 ÷ 59.999999999 = 0.0833333333
5 ′ = 0.0833333333 °
Arcminute to Degree Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common arcminute to degree conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Arcminutes (′) | Degrees (°) |
|---|---|
| 1 ′ | 0.0166666667 ° |
| 2 ′ | 0.0333333333 ° |
| 5 ′ | 0.0833333333 ° |
| 10 ′ | 0.1666666667 ° |
| 15 ′ | 0.25 ° |
| 20 ′ | 0.3333333333 ° |
| 25 ′ | 0.4166666667 ° |
| 50 ′ | 0.8333333334 ° |
| 100 ′ | 1.6666666667 ° |
About These Units
Arcminute (′)
An arcminute (′ or MOA) is 1/60 of a degree. Arcminutes measure astronomical object sizes (Moon: ~31 arcminutes), visual acuity (normal vision resolves 1 arcminute), and rifle scope adjustments (1 MOA ≈ 1 inch at 100 yards). GPS coordinates use degrees and arcminutes.
Degree (°)
A degree (°) is 1/360 of a full rotation, the most widely used angle unit. Degrees measure geographic coordinates, temperature, slopes, and rotations. A right angle is 90°, straight angle is 180°, full circle is 360°. Each degree contains 60 arcminutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert arcminutes to degrees?
To convert arcminutes to degrees, divide the value by 59.999999999. For example, 10 ′ = 0.1666666667 °.
How many degrees are in 1 arcminute?
1 arcminute equals 0.0166666667 degrees.
What is the formula for arcminutes to degrees?
The formula is: ° = ′ ÷ 59.999999999.