Oven Temperature Converter: Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Gas Mark
Our Oven Temperature Converter helps you convert between Fahrenheit (°F), Celsius (°C), and Gas Mark—essential for following recipes from different regions and understanding oven settings worldwide.
What This Calculator Does
The Oven Temperature Converter converts temperatures between the three most common oven temperature scales:
- Fahrenheit (°F): Used primarily in the United States
- Celsius (°C): Used in most countries worldwide, including Canada, UK, Australia, and Europe
- Gas Mark: Used in the UK and some Commonwealth countries, typically ranging from 1-9
Whether you're following a British recipe that uses Gas Mark 4, an American recipe calling for 350°F, or a European recipe specifying 175°C, this converter ensures you set your oven to the correct temperature.
How to Use It
- Enter the temperature: Type the temperature value from your recipe.
- Select the unit: Choose the unit your recipe uses (Fahrenheit, Celsius, or Gas Mark).
- Click "Calculate" to see the equivalent temperatures in all three scales.
The calculator automatically converts your input to show equivalents in Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Gas Mark (when applicable).
Interpreting Your Results
- Fahrenheit: The temperature in degrees Fahrenheit, rounded to the nearest whole number.
- Celsius: The temperature in degrees Celsius, rounded to the nearest whole number.
- Gas Mark: The equivalent Gas Mark setting (1-9), shown only when the temperature matches a standard Gas Mark value closely.
Note: Gas Mark conversions are approximations based on UK standard values. Temperatures between standard Gas Mark settings won't show a Gas Mark equivalent.
Common Temperature Conversions
Here are some common baking temperatures you'll encounter:
- Gas Mark 4 (350°F / 175°C): Most common baking temperature for cookies, cakes, and casseroles
- Gas Mark 5 (375°F / 190°C): Good for roasted vegetables and some baked goods
- Gas Mark 6 (400°F / 200°C): Perfect for roasting meats and vegetables
- Gas Mark 7 (425°F / 220°C): Ideal for crispy roasted vegetables and pizza
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Confusing Fahrenheit and Celsius: Always double-check which unit your recipe uses. Most American recipes use Fahrenheit, while most international recipes use Celsius.
- Not accounting for oven accuracy: Ovens can vary by 25-50°F. Use an oven thermometer to verify your oven's actual temperature.
- Gas Mark approximations: Gas Mark values are approximate. If your recipe calls for a specific degree temperature, use the exact conversion rather than rounding to the nearest Gas Mark.
- Forgetting regional differences: Some recipes may specify "moderate" or "hot" oven—use our converter to find the exact temperature.
Keep Learning
If you're exploring oven temperatures and baking techniques, these guides can help:
Sources
- King Arthur Baking – Oven temperature conversion charts and baking guidelines
- USDA Food Safety – Safe cooking temperatures and oven calibration
