Convert radians to degrees

Convert radians (rad) to degrees (°). 1 rad = 57.2958°, and 1° = 0.0174533 rad.

Radians (rad)

Degrees (°)

1 rad = 57.2958°

Radians to Degrees formula

° = rad × 180 / π

Multiply the radians by 180 and divide by π.

Example: To convert 1 rad to degrees: 1 × 180 / π = 57.2958°.

How many degrees are in a radian?

There are 57.2958 degrees in a radian (1 rad = 57.2958°).

How do I convert radians to degrees?

Multiply the radians by 180 and divide by π. To convert 1 rad to degrees: 1 × 180 / π = 57.2958°.

Is the Radians to Degrees conversion exact?

Yes, by definition, but π is irrational, so every result in decimal form is rounded.

What is 1 rad in degrees?

1 rad = 57.2958°.

How do I convert degrees back to radians?

Use the reverse relationship: 1° = 0.0174533 rad. The Degrees to Radians page has a converter and a full table.