Grilling season used to begin Memorial Day and end when those last burgers came off the grill on Labor Day. No more. Nearly two-thirds of grill owners polled said they grill year round, according to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, an industry group. And if you spend much of the winter shoveling snow—hello Rochester—year-round grilling brings outdoor living inside, just when you need it. Here are five tips from manufacturers on grilling in cold weather.

Dress the part. Bundle up, of course, but no scarfs, tassels, or other fabrics that dangle and could catch fire.

Position the grill. Shield it from the wind and place about 10 feet away from combustible surfaces and away from any materials, such as siding, that heat could damage. And to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, always grill in a well-ventilated area and never inside an enclosed patio, garage or beneath an overhang.