℃
Unicode
U+2103LaTeX
{}^\circ\mathrm{C}HTML entity
HTML decimal
℃MathML
<mo>℃</mo>Semantic identity and intent
Characters to distinguish
- ∆ — Laplacian Symbol
- ℏ — Reduced Planck Constant
- Å — Angstrom
Use ℃ in the right format
Meaning and usage
Represents temperature on the Celsius scale.
In scientific typesetting, keep the unit upright and separate it from the value by a space.
Pronunciation: degree celsius
Formula examples
20\,{}^\circ\mathrm{C}How to type Degree Celsius
- Windows
- Open Character Map and search by name or Unicode U+2103.
- macOS
- Open Character Viewer with Control–Command–Space and search by the symbol name.
- Microsoft Word
- In an equation, type {}^\circ\mathrm{C} and press Space when Word supports the command.
- iPhone and iPad
- Copy and paste ℃, or use a math/LaTeX app. The standard iOS keyboard may not expose every mathematical symbol.
- Android
- Copy and paste ℃, or use a math keyboard or LaTeX editor. Keyboard layouts vary by device and app.
- Google Docs
- For plain text, paste ℃ or use Insert → Special characters. For structured math, use the equation editor and verify {}^\circ\mathrm{C}.
- Excel
- Paste ℃ into a cell or use Insert → Symbol when available. Ordinary cells preserve the character but do not interpret LaTeX commands.
Common mistakes
- Keep ℃ attached to the correct quantity and follow the destination's unit, currency, spacing, and decimal conventions.
- For plain text, copy ℃ as U+2103; for structured equations, use {}^\circ\mathrm{C} in math mode. A look-alike glyph or image can break search, accessibility, or parsing when the intended character is Degree Celsius.
When to use ℃
- Use ℃ in plain text when a Unicode character is appropriate and the destination preserves U+2103.
- Use {}^\circ\mathrm{C} in an equation editor when mathematical spacing or structure matters.
- Define the local meaning when Degree Celsius is used in physics, chemistry, currency measurement with a field-specific convention.
Look-alikes and related characters
- ∆ — Laplacian Symbol
- ℏ — Reduced Planck Constant
- Å — Angstrom
Font and compatibility notes
Font coverage varies; verify the code point and destination rendering before publication.
Continue the workflow
From Degree Celsius to a finished equation
- Copy the characterUse ℃ in plain text when Unicode is accepted.
- Choose a structured formatUse
{}^\circ\mathrm{C}for LaTeX or the MathML snippet for accessible web equations. - Edit or convertOpen the value in the editor or converter without retyping it.
Review and source notes
Quality tier: catalog
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23
Review method: Catalog review of character identity and notation mappings.
Verified against: Unicode Standard, Unicode mathematical notation guidance, and established LaTeX/MathML syntax.
Reference sources
- The Unicode StandardUnicode Consortium — Character identity, encoding, names, and conformance.
- Unicode Character Code ChartsUnicode Consortium — Code points and official character charts.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Degree Celsius symbol mean?
Represents temperature on the Celsius scale.
What is the LaTeX command for ℃?
Use {}^\circ\mathrm{C} in a compatible math environment.
Can I copy ℃ as Unicode?
Yes. Use the copy button above to copy the Unicode character directly.