It’s above freezing but below the point of spoilage. I gauge the refrigerator temperature by how the milk tastes. It should never be warm (gross), and it should certainly not have ice crystals.

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The ideal fridge temperature is between 35 and 40°F to keep food from spoiling and to prevent wasting energy. Monitor your fridge's temperature and keep it well organized to help maintain this ...