Oven Temperature Conversions for Commercial Kitchens

Understanding oven temperature conversions is essential for chefs and bakers who work with recipes from different regions. While the United States primarily uses Fahrenheit, most of the world follows the Celsius scale from the metric system. Converting between these measurements ensures accurate results and reduces errors. This guide provides simple oven temperature conversions to help you confidently adjust recipes.

Common Oven Temperature Conversions

350 Fahrenheit and 200 Celsius are two common temperatures that chefs might need to convert, so we've done the math for you. The favorite baking temperature of 350 Fahrenheit converts to 177 Celsius. When a recipe calls for 200 Celsius, set the oven to 392 Fahrenheit. Other standard oven conversions you might find in your recipes are listed below.

Fahrenheit Temperature Conversions

Use the following list of Fahrenheit temperature conversions to reference in the kitchen.

• 275 Fahrenheit = 145 Celsius
• 300 Fahrenheit = 150 Celsius
• 325 Fahrenheit = 163 Celsius
• 350 Fahrenheit = 177 Celsius
• 375 Fahrenheit = 190 Celsius
• 400 Fahrenheit = 204 Celsius
• 450 Fahrenheit = 282 Celsius
• 500 Fahrenheit = 260 Celsius

Celsius Temperature Conversions

If you're using an international recipe, use the following list of Celsius temperature conversions to find the right oven setting.

• 150 Celsius = 302 Fahrenheit
• 180 Celsius = 356 Fahrenheit
• 200 Celsius = 392 Fahrenheit
• 220 Celsius = 428 Fahrenheit
• 230 Celsius = 446 Fahrenheit
• 245 Celsius = 473 Fahrenheit
• 250 Celsius = 482 Fahrenheit
• 260 Celsius = 500 Fahrenheit

How to Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius

To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 from your original Fahrenheit temperature, then multiply it by 5/9. This equation looks like this: (x Fahrenheit - 32) x 5/9 = y Celsius.

For example, you can convert 350 Fahrenheit using this equation:

1. 350 Fahrenheit - 32 = 318
2. 318 x 5/9 = 176.67
3. Round up to 177 Celsius

How to Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit

To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply your original Celsius temperature by 9/5, then add 32. This equation looks like this: (x Celsius x 9/5) + 32 = y Fahrenheit.

For example, you can convert 200 Celsius using this equation:

1. 200 Celsius x 9/5 = 360
2. 360 + 32 = 392 Fahrenheit
3. Round down to 390 if needed

Celsius vs Centigrade

Celsius and centigrade refer to the same temperature scale, which measures the freezing point of water at 0 degrees and the boiling point at 100 degrees. The term "centigrade" was commonly used until the 1940s when it was officially changed to "Celsius" to honor Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius. Though "centigrade" is sometimes used, "Celsius" is the correct and widely accepted term today.

Temperature Conversion Chart

Print and hang this handy chart in your kitchen to quickly convert temperatures while cooking or baking.

Mastering temperature conversions allows you to follow any recipe without confusion. Whether you're baking pastries or roasting meats, knowing how to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius ensures consistent results. With these conversions, you can cook with precision no matter where a recipe originates. For more conversions across these systems, check out our guide for US to metric cooking conversions.