How to Convert Cooking Temperatures
Converting oven temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit is essential for international recipes. Most recipes specify oven temperature in one or the other.
Common conversions: 180°C = 350°F (moderate), 200°C = 400°F (hot), 220°C = 425°F (very hot). Always preheat your oven and use an oven thermometer for accuracy, as oven temperatures can vary.
Fan/convection ovens typically cook faster, so reduce temperature by 20°C/25°F or reduce cooking time.
Quick Tips
- 1 mile = 1.609 km (miles are bigger)
- 1 kg = 2.205 lbs (roughly double + 10%)
- Temperature: (°F - 32) × 5/9 = °C
Frequently Asked Questions
180°C equals 356°F, commonly rounded to 350°F.
350°F equals approximately 177°C, commonly rounded to 180°C.
Yes, reduce temperature by 20°C or cooking time by about 10%.
Oven calibration varies; use a thermometer to verify accuracy.