Oven Temperature Conversion Chart
Whether your recipe uses Celsius, Fahrenheit, Gas Mark or fan oven settings, this chart has you covered. Fan ovens typically run 20°C hotter than conventional ovens, so you need to reduce the temperature accordingly. Bookmark this page for quick reference every time you bake.
Full Conversion Table
| Celsius (°C) | Fan Oven (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) | Gas Mark | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 100 | 250 | ½ | Very slow |
| 130 | 110 | 265 | ½–1 | Very slow |
| 140 | 120 | 275 | 1 | Slow / cool |
| 150 | 130 | 300 | 2 | Slow / cool |
| 160 | 140 | 320 | 3 | Moderately slow |
| 170 | 150 | 340 | 3–4 | Moderate |
| 180 | 160 | 350 | 4 | Moderate |
| 190 | 170 | 375 | 5 | Moderately hot |
| 200 | 180 | 400 | 6 | Moderately hot |
| 210 | 190 | 410 | 6–7 | Hot |
| 220 | 200 | 425 | 7 | Hot |
| 230 | 210 | 450 | 8 | Very hot |
| 240 | 220 | 465 | 8–9 | Very hot |
| 250 | 230 | 480 | 9 | Extremely hot |
Fan oven temperatures are approximately 20°C lower than conventional. Always check your oven's manual for specific guidance.
Common Baking Temperatures
Most cakes bake at 160–180°C fan (Gas Mark 4–5). Bread typically needs a hotter oven at 200–230°C (Gas Mark 7–8). Meringues and slow-dried items work best at 120–140°C (Gas Mark ½–1). Pastry usually calls for 190–200°C (Gas Mark 5–6) for a crisp, golden finish.
Convert Temperatures Instantly
For quick conversions tailored to your specific recipe, use our free calculator:
- Oven Temperature Converter — convert any temperature between Celsius, Fahrenheit, Gas Mark and fan oven settings
Gas Mark settings are based on the standard British scale. Actual oven temperatures can vary by ±10°C depending on the make, model, and age of your oven. An oven thermometer is the best way to verify accuracy.