Convert Sextant to Degree
Input the number of sextants you want to convert to degrees.
How to Convert Sextants to Degrees
The sextant and degree are both units of angle. By definition, 1 sextant equals exactly 60 degrees. This means to convert sextants to degrees, you multiply by 60.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 sextant to degrees:
We need to convert sextants to degrees
Since 1 sextant = 60 °, multiply by 60
5 × 60 = 300
5 sextant = 300 °
Sextant to Degree Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common sextant to degree conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Sextants (sextant) | Degrees (°) |
|---|---|
| 1 sextant | 60 ° |
| 2 sextant | 120 ° |
| 5 sextant | 300 ° |
| 10 sextant | 600 ° |
| 15 sextant | 900 ° |
| 20 sextant | 1200 ° |
| 25 sextant | 1500 ° |
| 50 sextant | 3000 ° |
| 100 sextant | 6000 ° |
About These Units
Sextant (sextant)
A sextant angle is 1/6 of a circle or 60°. Named after the navigation instrument that measures angles up to 60° (later extended to 120°). Sextants measure the angle between celestial objects and the horizon for determining latitude and longitude at sea.
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 sextants to degrees?
To convert sextants to degrees, multiply the value by 60. For example, 10 sextant = 600 °.
How many degrees are in 1 sextant?
1 sextant equals 60 degrees.
What is the formula for sextants to degrees?
The formula is: ° = sextant × 60.