When can they stay outside all night?

[jenniferrose]

i have 5 chickens that appear to be fully feathered (this is my first go around). They will be 8 weeks tomorrow. They have been outside everyday in the coop and we bring them in at night. They are never happy to come in and seem to be ****** in their brooder (which is in the house-not garage or shed temp wise). We live in California where it is in the 40s at night. Are they ready to stay outside?

 

[Ol Grey Mare]

I would have had them outside 24/7 a few weeks ago - they are plenty old enough now. Move them out, you will all be happier for it.

 

[jess8704]

I'm in Alabama, little different climate, but we are having lows in the 50's at night and highs in the 80's during the day. We put ours out about 2 weeks ago at around 8 weeks old. They love being outside! We waited until they were all fully feathered.