Water Temperature Calculator

Enter your temperatures below and the calculator will tell you what water temperature to use. Formula: Water Temp = (DDT × 3) − (Flour Temp + Room Temp + Friction Temp).

Inputs

Units:

Desired Dough Temp (DDT) The final dough temperature you're aiming for Flour Temp Measure with a thermometer at the center of the bag Room Temp Ambient temperature where you're mixing Friction Temp Heat from mixing — 0 for hand-mix, 10–25°F for a stand mixer Include pre-ferment?

Check if your recipe uses a poolish, levain, or other pre-ferment

Result

Target Water Temperature — Add water at this temperature to hit your DDT

Results are advisory — always verify by experience. Friction values vary by mixer model and batch size.

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Why does dough temperature matter?

Products that Help

Tools worth having when precision matters.

ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE

The gold standard instant-read thermometer for measuring flour, water, and room temps in seconds.

Cambro 6-Qt Dough Container

A clear, graduated dough bucket used by professionals to track bulk fermentation.

Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup

Heat-safe glass with a clear spout — ideal for adding water at the exact temperature you need.

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