gradians (gon) to degrees Converter
Convert gradians (gon) to degrees instantly: 1 gradians (gon) = 0.9 degrees. Free converter with the formula, a reference table and FAQs — no sign-up.
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How to convert gradians (gon) to degrees
Enter your value
Type the number of gradians (gon) you want to convert into the left box. The result in degrees appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — degrees to gradians (gon). Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
About gradians (gon) and degrees
gradians (gon) and degrees are common angle measurements.
Worked examples: gradians (gon) to degrees
Multiply the gradians (gon) value by 0.9 to get degrees. A few quick examples:
- 5 gradians (gon) × 0.9 = 4.5 degrees
- 25 gradians (gon) × 0.9 = 22.5 degrees
- 250 gradians (gon) × 0.9 = 225 degrees
Related conversions
1 gon = 0.9° (400 gon = 360°). The gradian/gon was designed so a right angle = 100 gon — cleaner than 90°. Surveyors in France, Germany and some other EU countries still use gons. Professional surveying theodolites often display in gons (also called 'grades' in French engineering).
| gradians (gon) | degrees |
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| 1 | 0.9 |
| 50 | 45 |
| 100 | 90 |
| 200 | 180 |
| 300 | 270 |
| 400 | 360 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert gradians (gon) to degrees?
To convert gradians (gon) to degrees, multiply by 0.9. Or use the calculator above for instant results.
How many degrees are in 1 gradians (gon)?
1 gradians (gon) equals 0.9 degrees.
Is the gradians (gon) to degrees converter free?
Yes, the gradians (gon) to degrees converter is completely free with no sign-up required, no downloads, and it works offline once the page has loaded.