Cooking salmon to the proper temperature is essential for ensuring its safety and quality. The ideal internal temperature for cooked salmon, as recommended by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius). At this temperature, the salmon is considered safe to eat and will have a flaky, moist texture.
Cooking salmon below 145 degrees Fahrenheit increases the risk of foodborne illness, while cooking it above 145 degrees Fahrenheit can result in dry, overcooked salmon. Using a meat thermometer is the most accurate way to determine the internal temperature of salmon.