Best Time To Buy Propane | 2017

Roughly 5.7 million U.S. households rely on propane for heating, causing a massive surge in demand—and price—during cold snaps.

Propane prices in 2017 followed a standard seasonal curve, influenced by lower demand for home heating in the warmer months. The Price Bottom (Spring/Summer) best time to buy propane 2017

Prices were at their highest at the start of the year, averaging $2.46–$2.59 per gallon . Roughly 5

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) actually had to revise its October 2017 price data because initial reports underestimated the early-season price jump by about 4.6 cents per gallon . The Price Bottom (Spring/Summer) Prices were at their

U.S. propane prices are increasingly tied to global markets. Higher exports can reduce domestic supply, leading to higher local prices even if the winter is mild. What is the best month to buy propane? - Bottini Fuel

These months typically offer the most competitive rates. In 2017, Maine's average retail price dropped to approximately $2.35–$2.37 per gallon during this window.

On a national scale, wholesale prices (what suppliers pay) hit a low of approximately $0.67 per gallon in March 2017 before fluctuating slightly and then climbing steadily after July. The Price Peak (Winter)