Common Temperatures and Conversions

To convert Fahrenheit into Celsius, subtract 32, multiply by 5, then divide by 9. To convert Celsius into Fahrenheit,

multiply by 9, divide by 5, then add 32. The equivalents below have been rounded slightly.

Temperature Notes	Fahrenheit	Celsius	Gas Mark
Freezer Storage	0^o	-18^o	n/a
Water freezes	32^o	0^o	n/a
Ideal temperature of butter for creaming	67^o	19^o	n/a
Room temperature	68^o- 72^o	20^o- 22^o	n/a
Ideal temperature for rising yeast dough	85^o	29^o	n/a
Poaching temperature	160^o- 180^o	71^o- 82^o	n/a
Water simmers	185^o- 205^o	85^o- 96^o	n/a
Water boils	212^o	100^o	n/a
Very cool oven	225^o- 250^o	107^o- 121^o	1/4 - 1/2
Cool oven	275^o- 300^o	135^o- 149^o	1-2
Very moderate oven	325^o	163^o	3
Moderate oven	350^o- 375^o	177^o- 191^o	4-5
Moderately hot oven	400^o	205^o	6
Hot oven	425^o- 450^o	218^o- 233^o	7-8
Very hot oven	475^o	246^o	9