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Degrees to Radians Converter

Convert degrees to radians and radians to degrees instantly. Bidirectional angle converter with formula and common values.

°

Radians

0.785399

rad

45 ° = 0.785399 rad

rad = ° × 0.0174533

How to Convert Degrees to Radians

To convert degrees to radians, multiply the angle in degrees by pi/180, which equals approximately 0.0174533. A full circle contains 360 degrees or 2pi radians.

Conversion Formula

  • Degrees to Radians: rad = ° × 0.0174533
  • Radians to Degrees: ° = rad ÷ 0.0174533

Common Conversions

DegreesRadians
150.261799
300.523599
450.785398
901.570796
1202.094395
1803.141593
2704.712389

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FAQ

How many radians are in one degree?

One degree equals approximately 0.0174533 radians. This comes from dividing pi by 180.

Why do mathematicians prefer radians over degrees?

Radians simplify calculus and trigonometric formulas. Derivatives of sine and cosine only work cleanly when the angle is in radians.

What is 180 degrees in radians?

180 degrees equals exactly pi radians, approximately 3.14159. This is the fundamental relationship between the two units.

When should I use degrees instead of radians?

Degrees are more intuitive for everyday measurements like navigation, construction, and geographic coordinates. Radians are preferred in pure mathematics and physics equations.