Like the song says, “ironic” rain on your wedding day can turn your carefully planned celebration of love into a soggy mess – although it’s unlikely you’ll simply be shrugging your shoulders and saying, “it figures.”
Since weddings are such heavily planned events, often costing thousands of dollars, it pays to have a backup plan that can be put into place if things start to go awry. Here are a few tips to help develop a plan B just in case you need it.
For outdoor weddings, check weather trends
Given that most weddings are scheduled far in advance, it’s not like you can check the weather for the exact date. What you can do, however, is check historical weather patterns and trends for the area at which you are thinking of having your event. Is it traditionally the rainy season or dry? While understanding historical trends won’t always allow you to accurately forecast the future, it can give you a sense of what to expect and prepare for.
Look for venues with alternative accommodations
When picking a venue, ask the operators if there are both inside and reception areas available and what it might require to have the inside area on standby. Alternatively, investigate the possibility of coverings like tents and tarps that can be rolled out as needed.
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