Keeping Chickens in Cold Weather
By The Coop Team · Updated June 29, 2026
Quick answer
Keeping chickens in cold weather requires adequate shelter and bedding. Ensure your coop is insulated and maintains a temperature above 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Provide at least 4 square feet per chicken in the coop and use straw or wood shavings for bedding to keep them warm during winter months.
Key facts
- Coop temperature
- 32 degrees Fahrenheit
- Space per chicken
- 4 square feet
- Bedding materials
- straw or wood shavings
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