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Radians to Degrees Converter

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

rad

Degrees

179.9999

°

3.14159 rad = 179.9999 °

° = rad × 57.2958

Radians to Degrees: 1 rad equals 57.2958 °. To convert radians to degrees, multiply by 57.2958 (° = rad × 57.2958). For example, 10 rad = 572.958 °.

How to Convert Radians to Degrees

To convert from radians to degrees, multiply the value by 57.2958. The conversion is linear, meaning doubling the input doubles the output.

Conversion Formula

  • Radians to Degrees: ° = rad × 57.2958
  • Degrees to Radians: rad = ° ÷ 57.2958

Radians to Degrees Conversion Chart

Radians (rad)Degrees (°)
0.15.72958
0.2514.32395
0.528.6479
157.2958
2114.5916
3171.8874
5286.479
10572.958
201145.916
251432.395
502864.79
1005729.58
25014323.95
100057295.8

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FAQ

How many degrees are in one radian?

One radian equals approximately 57.2958 degrees. This is calculated as 180 divided by pi.

How do I convert radians to degrees?

Multiply the value in radians by 57.2958 (or equivalently, multiply by 180/pi). For example, 2.5 radians × 57.2958 = 143.239 degrees.

What is pi radians in degrees?

Pi radians equals exactly 180 degrees. This is the defining relationship between the two angular measurement systems.

Are radians used in programming?

Yes, most programming languages (JavaScript, Python, C++) use radians for trigonometric functions like sin(), cos(), and tan(). You must convert degrees to radians before passing to these functions.

How many degrees are in 1 radian?

1 rad equals 57.2958 °.

How do you convert radians to degrees?

Multiply the radian value by 57.2958. Formula: ° = rad × 57.2958.

How many degrees are in 5 radians?

5 rad = 286.479 °.

How do you convert degrees back to radians?

Use the inverse formula: rad = ° ÷ 57.2958. For example, 1 ° = 0.017453 rad.