How many arcminutes are in one degree?

One degree equals exactly 60 arcminutes. The arcminute (symbol ′) is 1/60 of a degree and is widely used in astronomy, navigation, and optics.

What is the formula for converting degrees to arcminutes?

Arcminutes = Degrees × 60. For example, 2.5° × 60 = 150′.

What is an arcminute?

An arcminute (′) is a unit of angular measurement equal to 1/60 of one degree, or 1/3600 of a full circle. It is further divided into 60 arcseconds (″).

Can I convert negative degree values?

Yes. Negative degrees (e.g. −2.5°) convert to negative arcminutes (−150′), preserving the direction of the angle.

How does an arcminute relate to arcseconds?

One arcminute equals 60 arcseconds. So 1° = 60′ = 3600″.

Degrees to Arcminutes Converter

Name: Degrees to Arcminutes Converter
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Author: Nham Vu

Enter an angle in degrees and instantly get the equivalent in arcminutes, with the formula shown.

Enter Degrees

Angle in degrees (°)

Supports positive, negative, and decimal values.

Formula

arcminutes = degrees × 60

1° = 60′ | 1′ = 1/60°

Result

Enter a degree value to see the result.

Arcminutes (′)

0 ′

Step-by-step

1 Start with 0°
2 Multiply by 60 (since 1° = 60′)
3 0° × 60 = 0′

Common conversions

Degrees (°)	Arcminutes (′)

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Summary

Enter an angle in degrees and instantly get the equivalent in arcminutes, with the formula shown.

How it works

Enter a decimal degree value (e.g. 1.5) in the input field.
The tool multiplies your value by 60, since 1 degree = 60 arcminutes.
The result in arcminutes (′) is shown immediately below.
A step-by-step breakdown explains each part of the calculation.
Use the Copy button to copy the arcminute value to your clipboard.

Use cases

Astronomy: express small angular separations between stars in arcminutes.
Navigation: convert chart bearings from decimal degrees to arcminutes.
Surveying: translate field measurements to arcminute precision.
Optics: specify lens or mirror angular resolution in arcminutes.
Geography: convert latitude/longitude degree increments to arcminutes.
Education: verify manual angle-unit conversion for homework or exams.

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Last updated: 2026-07-01 · Reviewed by Nham Vu