Arcseconds to Degrees
Convert arcseconds to degrees (arcsec to °). 1 arcsec = 0.000277777777778 °. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert arcseconds to degrees
Multiply the amount in arcseconds by 0.000277777777778 to get degrees. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
° = arcsec × 0.000277777777778Worked example
1 arcsec = 0.000277777777778 °. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
A full turn is 360 degrees, 2π radians or 400 gradians. Angles are converted without wrapping, so values above one turn and negative angles are retained.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Arcseconds to Degrees table
| Arcseconds (arcsec) | Degrees (°) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 0.000277777777778 |
| 5 | 0.00138888888889 |
| 10 | 0.00277777777778 |
| 25 | 0.00694444444444 |
| 100 | 0.0277777777778 |
| 1,000 | 0.277777777778 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for arcseconds to degrees?
° = arcsec × 0.000277777777778. Multiply the amount in arcseconds by 0.000277777777778 to get degrees. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to arcseconds?
Use the degrees to arcseconds calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.
Can I use a different pair of units?
Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the angle converter to browse all supported pairs.