How to Put Degrees on Instagram Story

Adding the temperature to your Instagram Story is a quick way to add real-world context and a bit of personality to your updates. This simple sticker can help transport your followers to your location, set the scene for an outfit, or just start a conversation about that unexpected heatwave. This guide will walk you through exactly how to add the degree sticker, what to do if it's not showing up, and some creative ways to make it part of your content strategy.

How to Add the Temperature Sticker to Your Instagram Story: A Step-by-Step Guide

You can add the temperature to any photo or video in just a few taps. It's one of Instagram's built-in location-based features, making it super easy to use once you know where to find it.

Here's the simple breakdown:

1. Open the Instagram Story Camera: Launch the Instagram app and swipe right from your main feed, or tap the plus icon (+) at the top of the screen and select "Story."
2. Create or Upload Your Content: You can either take a new photo or record a video right there, or you can swipe up (or tap the gallery icon in the bottom-left corner) to choose content from your phone's camera roll.
3. Access the Sticker Tray: Once your photo or video is on the screen, tap the square smiley-face icon at the top of your screen. This will open up your full sticker library, which includes GIFs, polls, quizzes, and more.
4. Find the Temperature Sticker: In the sticker menu, you should see a sticker that displays a number with a degree (°C or °F) symbol. If it's not immediately visible, you can use the search bar at the top and simply type "temp" or "temperature." The sticker should pop right up.
5. Add and Customize the Sticker: Tap the sticker to add it to your Story. Once it's on the screen, you can tap it again to cycle through a few different design styles. Some styles might include the weather condition (like a sun or cloud), while others are just the temperature itself. You can also switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius by tapping on it.
6. Position and Resize: Use your fingers to drag the sticker wherever you want it on the screen. Pinch in or out to make it smaller or larger. Find a spot where it adds to the image without covering up anything important.
7. Share Your Story: Once you're happy with how it looks, just tap "Your Story" in the bottom-left corner to publish it. That's it!

Help! Why Can't I Find the Temperature Sticker on Instagram?

It's a common frustration: you follow the steps, open the sticker tray, and the temperature sticker is nowhere to be found. Don't worry, this is usually caused by a simple settings issue that's easy to fix. The sticker relies on your phone's location data to work, so ninety-nine percent of the time, the problem lies there.

Here are the most common reasons the sticker is missing and exactly how to fix them.

1. Your Phone's Location Services are Turned Off

The temperature sticker is a location-based feature. If Instagram can't figure out where you are, it can't tell you the weather. You need to enable location services for the Instagram app specifically.

• For iPhone (iOS): Go to Settings >, Privacy &, Security >, Location Services. Make sure the main toggle for "Location Services" is turned on. Then, scroll down the list of apps to find Instagram. Tap on it and select either "While Using the App" or "Always." We recommend choosing "While Using the App." For the best results, also ensure the "Precise Location" toggle is switched on for Instagram.
• For Android: Go to Settings >, Location and make sure the master toggle is on. Then, go to App permissions (or a similar setting, which might be under Apps >, Instagram >, Permissions). Find "Location" in the list of permissions and make sure you've allowed access, typically by selecting "Allow only while using the app."

After adjusting these settings, completely close and reopen the Instagram app. The temperature sticker should now appear in your sticker tray.

2. The Instagram App is Outdated

Sometimes, features can malfunction or disappear if you're running an old version of the app. App updates often include bug fixes and improvements that can solve these kinds of issues.

• Go to the App Store (for iOS) or the Google Play Store (for Android).
• Search for "Instagram."
• If you see an "Update" button, tap it. If it just says "Open," you're already on the latest version.

3. The App Needs a Quick Refresh

Like any app, Instagram can sometimes have temporary glitches. Clearing the cache can often resolve these strange issues without any heavy lifting.

• Force Quit the App: The simplest first step is to completely close the Instagram app and then reopen it. This can sometimes reset the sticker tray.
• Clear the Cache (Android): Android users have the option to clear the app's cache, which can fix a lot of minor problems. Go to Settings >, Apps >, Instagram >, Storage &, Cache and tap "Clear Cache." This won't delete your photos or account data.
• Restart Your Phone: When in doubt, the classic "turn it off and on again" works wonders. It can clear out temporary system errors that might be affecting app performance.

Beyond the Basics: Creative Ways to Use the Temperature Sticker

Just sticking the temperature on a random photo is fine, but you can be much more strategic about it. A tiny weather detail can make your content more compelling, relatable, and even professional. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Tell an Outfit Story

Are you finally breaking out a trench coat for the first day of fall? Show off your outfit and add the 15°C (59°F) sticker to give it context. Hitting the beach on a scorching day? Pair your selfie with the 32°C (90°F) sticker. It adds a "you are here" vibe that makes your style content feel more immediate and genuine.

Set the Scene for Travel

When you're visiting a new place, your audience is curious about everything - including the weather. Dropping a temperature sticker on your first photo from a new city is a perfect scene-setter. It answers a common question and helps your followers feel like they're along for the journey, whether you've just landed in chilly London or humid Bangkok.

Highlight Dramatic Weather

Extreme weather is a universal conversation starter. A photo of a frosty morning with a -5°C (23°F) sticker or a shot of a sweltering cityscape with a 40°C (104°F) warning makes a bold statement. It's dramatic, shareable, and connects you to everyone else experiencing the same thing.

Combine it with Other Visual Elements

The temperature sticker works great in combination with others. Try these duos:

• Temperature + Location Sticker: Give your followers the full picture of where you are and what it feels like.
• Temperature + GIF: Find a shivering GIF for a cold day or a melting-ice-cream GIF for a hot one. It adds humor and movement.
• Temperature + Poll: On a hot day, post a picture with the temperature and a poll asking, "Is it pool weather? YES / OF COURSE." This is a fantastic way to boost your Story engagement.

Create Visual Contrast

Think about aesthetics. The clean, digital look of the temperature sticker can create a cool visual contrast against a more organic, textured background. Try placing it over a shot of a snowy field, a blurry cafe backdrop, or a bright blue sky. This small design choice can make your Story look more thoughtfully composed.

Final Thoughts

Adding the temperature sticker to your Instagram Story is a tiny detail that makes a big impact, providing instant context and making your content more relatable. If you run into trouble, the fix is usually as simple as checking your phone's location services before diving into more creative strategies that help tell a better story.

Planning this kind of engaging, layered content in advance is key to a consistent social presence. For our own content strategy, we use a visual calendar in Postbase to map out our Story sequences so they feel cohesive. This helps us mix planned content with in-the-moment details like the weather, ensuring our Stories are always dynamic without requiring a last-minute scramble.