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    How to tell Fahrenheit?
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    To convert temperatures in degrees Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply by 1.8 (or 9/5) and add 32. However, most physical thermometers will show readings in both C and F, and digital thermometers or phone apps can toggle between the two in settings.
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    If we only have contact thermometer, is it still okay to measure room temp by placing a glass of water and let it sit at room temp and then measure the temp of water?
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    Yes, but the water will have to sit for a very long time. It can take as long as 24 hours for water to adjust perfectly to room temperature (the smaller the amount of water, the faster it will acclimate).
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    Can you use an iPhone 6 phone to measure room temperature?
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    Not very accurately, unless you connect it to an external temperature sensor or weather station. Most smartphones don't have the right hardware to take room temperature.
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    May question is while you measure the room are you supposed to close the door or not? Is the room supposed to have light or not?
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    Lights are OK, just don't place your thermometer in direct sunlight since this will result in a warmer temperature reading. If you're trying to control the temperature of one room and not another, measure the temperature with the door closed to get an accurate result.
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    How do I set up Google to tell me the room temperature?
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    You will need a weather station that connects to WiFi. Once you set it up, you can sync it with Google Home.
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    Can a room with the door always open be taken at room temperature?
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    Yes, but the temperature may change when the door is closed depending on whether the room on the other side of the door is hotter or colder than the room you're measuring.
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