To convert 48 degrees Celsius to Fahrenheit, you can use the following formula:

°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32

Substituting the given temperature, we get:

°F = (48 × 9/5) + 32

°F = (432/5) + 32

°F = 86.4 + 32

°F = 118.4

Therefore, 48 degrees Celsius is equal to 118.4 degrees Fahrenheit.