What temperature should a refrigerator be kept at or below?

40 F.

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Why: Check your refrigerator with an appliance thermometer; it should be at 40 F or below.

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Answer: 40 F. Check your refrigerator with an appliance thermometer; it should be at 40 F or below.

  1. Food safety en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Food_safety
    The refrigerator should be at 40 °F (4.4 °C) or below
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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