Angle

Radian to Degree

Convert Radian (rad) to Degree (°).

Result57.29578 Degree (°)

Formula and method

result = value × (1 ÷ 0.017453292519943295).

The source value is converted to the catalog’s canonical unit, then expressed in the target unit.

Worked examples

These examples use the same conversion engine as the calculator.

  • 1 rad57.29577951 °
  • 5 rad286.47889757 °
  • 10 rad572.95779513 °

Common Radian values

Radian to Degree reference values
Radian (rad)Degree (°)
157.29577951
2114.59155903
5286.47889757
10572.95779513
251,432.39448783
502,864.78897565
1005,729.57795131
25014,323.94487827
50028,647.88975654
1,00057,295.77951308

How to convert Radian to Degree

  1. Enter a value in Radian in the converter above.
  2. The calculator converts it using the catalog’s linear method.
  3. Choose the decimal precision you need,then copy the displayed result if useful.

Frequently asked questions

What is the formula for Radian to Degree?

result = value × (1 ÷ 0.017453292519943295). The source value is converted to the catalog’s canonical unit, then expressed in the target unit.

Can I convert Degree back to Radian?

Yes. Use Swap Units when the reverse pair is available in the catalog. The page URL changes to the reverse conversion and the entered value is retained.

Why can a value be rejected?

The engine rejects non-finite values and negative values for units that do not allow them.

How are displayed decimal places chosen?

Use the Decimal precision selector above the result. Very large or very small results switch to scientific notation when that makes the value easier to read.