Think of rain as nature’s little seasoning—a bit of atmosphere for your cookout. A few drops won’t ruin a properly preheated grill, and the extra mist can actually help keep some foods from drying out. Gas grills are nearly invincible in light showers, and charcoal grills just need a little extra love (and a lid).
The Gear That Saves the Day
You don’t need a degree in meteorology, just the right mindset and a few tools. A covered patio or awning is ideal, but if you’re stuck in the open, a simple umbrella or grill canopy works wonders. Keep your grill under something dry while it preheats, and move it out only when you’re ready to cook—rain doesn’t last forever, after all.
For charcoal purists: keep your coals dry by storing them in a sealed container. Wet charcoal is a disaster, but dry coals with a chimney starter will laugh at the rain. And if you’re using a gas grill, just close the lid as much as possible—that trapped heat will laugh at the drops.
