Celsius to Fahrenheit Oven Chart
Quick lookup for accurate oven temperatures, including fan/convection adjustments
Convert easily between Celsius and Fahrenheit, consider fan ovens, and understand Gas Mark equivalents. Baking success needs right temp.
Quick Reference: Celsius to Fahrenheit
Common oven temperatures with fan adjustments for quick glance.
140°C
150°C
165°C
180°C
190°C
200°C
220°C
230°C
240°C
250°C
Gas Mark to Fahrenheit & Celsius Comparison
Compare Gas Mark with Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Fan-adjusted Celsius for oven settings.
| Gas Mark | °F | °C | Fan °C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 | 140 | 120 |
| 2 | 300 | 150 | 130 |
| 3 | 325 | 170 | 150 |
| 4 | 350 | 180 | 160 |
| 5 | 375 | 190 | 170 |
| 6 | 400 | 200 | 180 |
| 7 | 425 | 220 | 200 |
| 8 | 450 | 230 | 210 |
| 9 | 475 | 240 | 220 |
| 10 | 500 | 250 | 230 |
| 11 | 525 | 260 | 240 |
| 12 | 550 | 290 | 270 |
| 13 | 575 | 300 | 280 |
| 14 | 600 | 315 | 295 |
| 15 | 625 | 330 | 310 |
Understanding Celsius to Fahrenheit Conversion in Oven Baking
Detailed explanation why oven conversion matters and how fan/convection changes outcomes.
Celsius vs Fahrenheit
Celsius is metric, Fahrenheit is imperial. Celsius measures degrees relative to water freezing/boiling. Fahrenheit used in US. When converting oven, formula is (°C * 9/5) + 32 = °F. Fan ovens complicate this because heat moves faster, so effective Fahrenheit is lower. People forget this, bake burns. Chart makes conversion simple, but understand why numbers differ.
- 180°C conventional = 356°F
- 180°C fan = 320°F effective for same cooking
Fan Oven Impact
Fan circulates hot air, spreads heat evenly. Recipe time shorter. Celsius converted to Fahrenheit directly may not reflect real heat in fan oven. Best practice: subtract 20°C from conventional for fan oven. Some recipes suggest 10–15°C, depends on oven. Conversion chart gives safe reference.
- 200°C conventional = 392°F, fan set 180°C = 356°F
- 220°C conventional = 428°F, fan set 200°C = 392°F
Gas Mark Relation
Gas Mark mostly UK, old scale 1–10. Conversion formula: chart maps °C to Gas Mark. Fan oven adjustment not reflected in Gas Mark number, user must manually adjust. Some recipes mix units, online guides vary. Celsius to Fahrenheit chart helps bridge confusion. Key: know oven type, recipe origin, then use chart.
- 180°C = Gas Mark 4 ≈ 356°F
- Fan oven subtract 20°C, 160°C = Gas Mark 4 ≈ 320°F
Practical Implications
Charts help home bakers convert temp quickly. Correct Fahrenheit ensures baking consistency. High heat items like bread, cookies, cakes benefit. Chart ensures you don't burn edges or leave center raw. Fan oven requires temp/time adjustment. Using thermometer adds precision.
- 140°C conventional = 284°F, fan = 120°C/248°F
- 250°C conventional = 482°F, fan = 230°C/446°F
Common Mistakes in Celsius to Fahrenheit Conversion
Ignoring fan oven adjustments
Confusing units
Assuming chart works for all ovens
Tips for Using Celsius to Fahrenheit Oven Chart
- Always check if oven is fan/convection or conventional
- Subtract 20°C from conventional temp when using fan oven
- Use oven thermometer to verify temp, ovens vary ±5–10°C
- Do not rely on eyeballing; small errors affect baked goods
- Use chart to cross-convert Celsius to Fahrenheit quickly
- Understand recipe origin: US = Fahrenheit, UK old = Gas Mark, EU = Celsius
- Dark pans cook faster, adjust temp if needed
- Reduce temp slightly for thin baked goods in fan oven