Degree Symbol °
Copy the degree symbol ° for temperature, angles, and coordinates. Includes Alt code (Alt+0176), HTML entity (°), and Unicode (U+00B0) for Windows, Mac, and web.
All Variations
Symbol Details
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | HTML |
|---|---|---|---|
| ° | Degree Sign | U+00B0 | ° |
| ℃ | Degree Celsius | U+2103 | ℃ |
| ℉ | Degree Fahrenheit | U+2109 | ℉ |
| K | Kelvin (no degree symbol used) | U+004B | K |
| ′ | Prime (arcminutes / feet) | U+2032 | ′ |
| ″ | Double Prime (arcseconds / inches) | U+2033 | ″ |
| ‴ | Triple Prime | U+2034 | ‴ |
Usage
The degree symbol (°) is used to indicate temperature values (32°F, 100°C), angles in geometry and navigation, geographic coordinates (45°N 90°W), and arc measurements in astronomy.
How to Type
| Platform | Method / Code |
|---|---|
| Windows | Hold Alt and type 0176 on the numeric keypad, then release Alt. Alternatively, use the Character Map app. |
| Mac / iOS | Press Option + Shift + 8 to insert the degree symbol instantly. |
| HTML Entity | Use ° or the numeric entity ° in your HTML source code. |
| Unicode | U+00B0 — type 00B0 then press Alt+X in Microsoft Word. |
Platform Compatibility
This symbol renders correctly on all listed platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I type the degree symbol on Windows?
Hold down the Alt key and type 0176 on the numeric keypad (with Num Lock on), then release Alt. The ° symbol will appear. You can also copy it from this page.
How do I type the degree symbol on a Mac?
Press Option + Shift + 8. This keyboard shortcut works in nearly all macOS applications including Pages, Word, and text editors.
What is the HTML code for the degree symbol?
Use ° as the named HTML entity, or ° as the numeric entity. In CSS, you can use the content property with '\00B0'.
Is the degree symbol the same as the masculine ordinal indicator?
No. The degree sign (°, U+00B0) looks similar to the masculine ordinal indicator (º, U+00BA) but they are different characters. The ordinal indicator is used in Spanish and Portuguese (e.g., 1º = first). Always use the correct character for your context.