Arcseconds to Arcminutes Converter
Convert arcseconds (″) to arcminutes (′)
Result
0.01666666667 ′
Arcminutes
1 ″ = 0.01666666667 ′
1 ″ in other units
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How to convert arcseconds to arcminutes
There are 60 arcseconds in one arcminute, so divide the number of arcseconds by 60.
′ = ″ ÷ 60
1 ″ = 0.01666667 ′ · 1 ′ = 60 ″
Worked example
To convert 5 arcseconds to arcminutes: 5 ″ ÷ 60 = 0.08333333 ′.
About arcseconds (″)
An arcsecond is 1/60 of an arcminute, used in astronomy.
About arcminutes (′)
An arcminute is 1/60 of a degree, used in astronomy, navigation and rifle scopes (MOA).
More conversions
Arcseconds to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many arcminutes are in one arcsecond?
One arcsecond equals 0.01666667 arcminutes.
How many arcseconds are in one arcminute?
One arcminute equals 60 arcseconds.
How do I convert arcseconds to arcminutes?
Use the formula ′ = ″ ÷ 60. For example, 5 ″ ÷ 60 = 0.08333333 ′.
