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Degrees to Arcminutes Converter

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

°

Arcminutes

90

1.5 ° = 90 ′

′ = ° × 60

How to Convert Degrees to Arcminutes

To convert degrees to arcminutes, multiply the angle in degrees by 60. Each degree is subdivided into 60 arcminutes, just as each hour is subdivided into 60 minutes.

Conversion Formula

  • Degrees to Arcminutes: ′ = ° × 60
  • Arcminutes to Degrees: ° = ′ ÷ 60

Common Conversions

DegreesArcminutes
0.2515.00
0.530.00
2.5150.00
5300.00
15900.00
452700.00
905400.00

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FAQ

How many arcminutes are in one degree?

One degree contains exactly 60 arcminutes. An arcminute is 1/60th of a degree, similar to how a minute is 1/60th of an hour.

What are arcminutes used for?

Arcminutes are commonly used in astronomy for measuring apparent sizes of celestial objects, in navigation for geographic coordinates, and in optometry for measuring visual acuity.

How do I convert degrees to arcminutes?

Multiply the angle in degrees by 60. For example, 3.5 degrees × 60 = 210 arcminutes.

What is the symbol for arcminute?

The arcminute symbol is a single prime mark (′). For example, 30 arcminutes is written as 30′. This is distinct from the foot symbol used in imperial measurements.