Fan to conventional oven temperature
Some recipes give only the fan temperature; add the difference to know what to set in a conventional oven.
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How to use it
- Enter fan oven temperature, temperature unit and difference (leave empty for the usual value).
- The result appears straight away and updates as you edit.
- Copy the result, or copy a link that keeps the same values to share it.
How it is calculated
Conventional temperature = fan temperature + difference; the usual difference is 20 °C or 25 °F.
Example
Inputs: Fan oven temperature = 180, Temperature unit = Celsius (°C). Result: Conventional oven temperature: 200 °C; In the other unit: 392 °F; Difference used: 20 °C.
Limits and caveats
- The 20 °C difference is common guidance; your oven may need a slightly different one.
- Conventional ovens are hotter near the top and bottom, so bake on the middle shelf.
Questions about this tool
What is 160 °C fan in a conventional oven?
About 180 °C, adding 20 degrees.
How do I know a recipe means a fan oven?
British recipes usually write "fan" next to the temperature, such as 160 °C fan. If nothing is said, it is usually conventional.
Should I change the baking time too?
Usually not, but test a cake with a skewer a few minutes before the end.