The grilling party doesn’t have to stop just because the temperature has dropped.  With a few simple modifications you can keep your gas or charcoal grill cooking even during winter!

Cold Weather Grilling Tips In Winter For Your Charcoal or Gas Grill

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• For Best Results – Use a grill cover and keep grill covered during winter
  • This prevents buildup of ice, snow and unwanted moisture
• Keep Propane tank at least half full or half empty
• If possible, place grill in a somewhat wind sheltered area
  • This will keep windchill temps down
• Allow extra time for warm up – 10-15 minutes (depending on outside ambient temps)
• Weber gas grills will be the least affected by cold weather
  • Cook as you would in warm weather temps after grill is fully pre-heated
• Weber Charcoal kettles will be the most affected by cold weather
  • Use about 10-15% more charcoal in the kettle to build heat faster and sustain cooking during cold weather
  • Use of a chimney will speed up the ignition time and build heat faster for cooking
  • Cook as you would in warm weather temps after grill is fully pre-heated
  • Allow grill to cool completely, turn off gas and cover

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Published: 3/9/2020