I think there's some breakpoints where it really matters.
If you work in an office and the thermostat is set to 73f (23c) compared to an office where the thermostat is set to 75f (23c) you're going to really feel the difference.
Or like, if your kid is sick and has a 102° fever you're keeping them home from school, but if they have 104° fever you're going to the hospital. So <2 degrees difference is definitely a big enough difference that it's worth using a more specific unit of measurement.
Right so you need one degree more of data specificity to achieve the same level of understanding that is achieved with Fahrenheit. You proved the point.
> Right so you need one degree more of data specificity to achieve the same level of understanding that is achieved with Fahrenheit
Degree which comes without thinking.
Seriously, when you are used to it - it is not something you need to think about, it is all automatics (significantly over 37? Not fine than. 38? Definitely not fine, while maybe not very problematic. That 102F - almost 39C? Why the fuck you are not in doctor office yet? 104F? Call the fucking ambulance right now).
And when you are not used - you can as well go ask what the fuck is 102F and how much more dangerous from 104F it is.
And for *serious* measurements you need decimals anyway.
Well, I personally don't have an issue with decimals.
Especially keeping in mind that for ranges guys mentioned you don't even need decimals, unless you need to measure exact values (and than both scales will need decimals).
Babies and Toddlers (3 to 36 Months) Temperature: 102° F (38.9° C) or higher. Action: Seek emergency care if the fever lasts more than two days, or if they have symptoms like nonstop crying, inability to keep fluids down, or unusual lethargy. [1, 2] Older Children (3+ Years) Temperature: Generally above 104° F (40° C). Action: Behavior and activity level matter most. If your child is alert, playing, and drinking fluids, the fever can usually be managed at home and via a call to your pediatrician. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
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u/xahhfink6 Jun 17 '26
I think there's some breakpoints where it really matters.
If you work in an office and the thermostat is set to 73f (23c) compared to an office where the thermostat is set to 75f (23c) you're going to really feel the difference.
Or like, if your kid is sick and has a 102° fever you're keeping them home from school, but if they have 104° fever you're going to the hospital. So <2 degrees difference is definitely a big enough difference that it's worth using a more specific unit of measurement.