The temperature of burgers depends on how you like them cooked. According to the USDA, ground meat should be cooked to a minimum temperature of 160°F (71°C) to ensure it is safe to eat. However, if you prefer your burgers less done, aim for one of the following temperatures:

• Medium-rare: 130°F to 135°F (54°C to 57°C)
• Medium: 140°F to 145°F (60°C to 63°C)
• Medium-well: 150°F to 155°F (66°C to 68°C)

Keep in mind that burger patties will continue to cook even after being removed from the grill due to residual heat. Therefore, if you want to reach the desired temperatures above, youll need to take the patties off 5 to 10 degrees before they reach their ideal temperature. To check the temperature of the burger, insert a meat thermometer horizontally from the side to reach the thickest part of the burger and get an accurate read. The following are some cooking times and temperatures for burgers:

• Medium-rare: Grill for about 2 1/2 minutes per side or five minutes total, or until the internal temperature reads 130°F to 135°F (54°C to 57°C) .
• Medium: Grill for about 3 minutes per side or six minutes total, or until the internal temperature reads 140°F to 145°F (60°C to 63°C) .
• Medium-well: Grill for about 4 minutes per side or eight minutes total, or until the internal temperature reads 150°F to 155°F (66°C to 68°C) .

It is important to note that consuming raw or undercooked foods can be dangerous, but properly prepared rare and medium meat is safe to eat.