The temperature was less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit

It was freezing.

To determine if a temperature is less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit, you can compare the given temperature with the value 32. If the temperature is lower than 32, then it is less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

For example, if the given temperature is 25 degrees Fahrenheit, we can see that 25 is less than 32. Therefore, the temperature is less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Please note that this explanation assumes familiarity with the Fahrenheit temperature scale and the comparison operations. If you need further assistance or instructions on how to convert temperature scales or perform comparisons, feel free to ask.