what temp to cook pork loin

For a pork loin, cook it until the internal temperature reaches about 145°F (63°C), then let it rest for at least 3 minutes before slicing.

Quick Scoop

• Target internal temp for pork loin: 145°F / 63°C (this gives juicy, slightly pink meat and is considered safe for whole cuts).

• Rest time: 3–10 minutes so the juices redistribute and the temp evens out.

• Typical oven temp: 350–375°F (175–190°C) for most home ovens; some recipes start hotter (400°F) to get a nice crust.

• Time guide: about 20–25 minutes per pound at 350°F, but always go by thermometer, not just minutes.

• If you hate any pink at all, you can cook closer to 160°F, but it will be less juicy.

Simple example

1. Preheat oven to 350–375°F (175–190°C).

2. Season the pork loin and place it on a rack in a roasting pan.
3. Roast, checking with an instant‑read thermometer as you get close to the estimated time.

4. Pull it from the oven when the thickest part hits about 140–145°F.

5. Tent loosely with foil and rest 3–10 minutes; carryover heat will bring it to around 145°F+ and lock in the juices.

Bottom note: Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.