Any Summer Florida brides out there?

[princess22]

Has anyone gotten married outside in the summer in Florida? More so, July/August. I'm booked to get married outside, but I can't decide if this is the right decision. The ceremony is at 5:30.

I was standing outside today for a few minutes and I was hot enough! It's only in the 80's with no humidity! So I'm starting to get worried!

 

[MegKate]

What day is it? I'll pull up the weather history for you and let you know what the weather's been like on that day over the past few years!

 

[pink_tink8i8]

I checked the weather and it gives you an estimate about what the temps usually are for that time of year. I was planning on getting married in August but it's pretty hot that month. The last time I was at disney was in July and it was almost unbearable.

 

[princess22]

I've lived here for the last 6 years and i'm still not use to the heat in the summer. Every time I think about my wedding I have flash backs to working in tomorrowland. The costume is pretty heavy and I used to sweat so bad! But I would also be outside for longer periods of time. So I can't decide if I will be alright for 30 min. to an hour. DF really wants it outside (he obviously doesn't remember working in the heat in the hot costumes).

It's on August 1, and while it is somewhat cooling down at 5:30, I know the humidity will still be there.

 

[FSUDisneyGirl]

You're right...the humidity will be there, and will definitely be bad if there are afternoon storms. I'm from FL as well and there is no way I would have a wedding outside over the summer...we're debating if we even want to do it in the cooler months! Oh, also, mosquitoes...boo!

 

[Eeyore's Tailfinder]

I'm having it in August, but inside at the WP - I'm more worried about the storms than the heat

 

[MegKate]

Last year August 1st at 5:30 it was clear and 82 oF with a dew point of 72 and 70% humidity. It really doesn't variate from that too much. ALTHOUGH we can hope you have a day like August 1, 2006 where the the humidity was only 47% percent. But that was really a freak year. Looking back through the years, you can expect any t-storms to be over by then at least.

My opinion - #1 depends on your dress - if it's heavy you really need to be inside. I was in an outdoor wedding on August 1st, 2004 in Portland, ME and it was 81, 72 dew point and 70% humidity and I was just dying. But I'm not used to the heat so take that with a grain of Margarita Salt! LOL. 2- How long is your ceremony? If it's long - you should be inside.

You have enough to deal with that day - you certainly don't need heatstroke! It's not a good look

 

[DISNEYMAGIC2005]

Hi Stacey!

I was completely worried about this too because I am getting married at the end of June. I was going to ask someone there if they had fans or something. Also we decided to go with a very short ceremony. I know that it will be hot but I think that the Gazebo is the most beautiful location compared to the others available. Also I know my grandfather is coming and I am going to arrange to have an umbrella for him so the sun doesn't get to bad for him. Happy planning!

 

[princess22]

Thanks for the replies. Maybe I will just suck it up. Ryan hasn't asked for much with the wedding, so it must mean a lot to have it outside. I will have to get some shade for my papa, he isn't allowed in the sun anymore. Ryan's mom got a ton of fans for the ladies while she was in the Philippines. They are beautiful!

Oh and there is a fan on the gazebo so at least we will have a fan blowing on us! =)

 

[CinderelliT]

I live in FL too, and I think you are crazy! Between the thunderstorms and the hurricanes that time of year and the heat, I personally wouldn't do it.

I hate the heat. That being said, I survived 5 years of Marching Chiefs at FSU in the heat in really hot band uniforms, and had lots of fun doing it.

If the heat doesn't bother you, go for it. Just be sure to have a back up plan for bad weather, and lots of umbrellas, fans, etc. to keep guests cool.

Also, not to scare you off of your decision- but I photographed a wedding here at a gazebo at the End of Sept. last year at 4 pm. It was beautiful and miserable! And we all live here! It was so hot that the guests were drenched with sweat, and my bride almost passed out. We did no pics after the ceremony. We ended up waiting until sunset and going to the beach - which cost her more money for keeping me around for several hours longer!

Good luck with your choice!

 

[twiu]

I got married on August 31st last year and my ceremony was at 7:30 pm (inside the wonderfully air conditioned wedding pavilion). I too live in Florida, Orlando specifically and it was HOT! And I'm used to this weather. I remember it drizzled in the afternoon and you would think that would cool things down, but it actually makes it more humid.

I hope you come to a great decision about this but to be honest, it's super hot. I remember taking pics at the GF before the ceremony and we were all sweating bullets. I had a big dress but my bridesmaids had super light, summery, bridesmaid dresses and they were all very hot too. I mean, you can get lucky but don't expect it to be a nice spring day.

Summer in Orlando is brutal. I think if you're mentally prepared for it and that's what you really want, then you'll be fine. But if you're doubting it now... I don't know.

I sure am happy I chose indoor locations and my wedding was at night.

ps. Just noticed that you said your DF is Filipino. I'm Filipino too.. and compared to the Philippines, it's about the same heat. So if you have a lot of Filipino's there, they'll be used to the weather.

 

[Wish on a Star]

Have you ever considered an earlier wedding (like the morning)- because the night cools the air and before the day gets really hot- i think it's pretty nice in the summer...

I know it might mess up your plans- but just an idea

 

[smoof]

I had an outside wedding planned for 5:30 in August. The two days prior to the wedding were absoultely gorgeous. The day of the wedding had torrential rain. It is generally HOT!!! If you have a short ceremony, everyone can deal with it. Have an alternate plan. We did. It wasn't what we wanted but it worked.

 

[KStarfish82]

I'm having my wedding on July 1st of this year. I know how hot it can be down there in the summer, but being a teacher, I don't have many options.

I will be at the YCG and the ceremony will only last 20 minutes....short and sweet and get out of the heat!

 

[beach bride 2010]

I think it depends on how well you tolerate the heat.
I was engaged in Jan but decided to wait until spring 2010 to have the wedding for exactly this reason. I really want to have an outdoor wedding but can't do winter due to DF's job and didn't want fall due to hurricane season. I have lived in Orlando for 10 years and there is no way I would want to get married here outside in the middle of the summer! In July/Aug I don't enjoy being outside for 20 min in shorts and a tank top let alone a wedding dress. I want to enjoy my wedding day and not worry that I might get dizzy and pass out from the heat. My hair would also be an absolute mess from the humidity no matter how much I sprayed it. I have been to several friends' weddings in Orlando and can't think of any that took place in the summer (and most were weddings of other teachers so our choices of dates are very limited). Some people do tolerate the heat and humidity much better than others...although he'd sweat a lot my DF would probably do fine with a summer wedding. I'd stick with your original plan if you think you'll be able to handle it but also have a backup plan just in case. When it gets really close to your date, maybe you can try going outside for 20-30 min in your wedding dress (or something similar) to see how well you handle the heat and then make a decision based on that?

 

[Bride-to-be]

Impressions makes these really really cute fans in the shape of mickeys head and you can put your names on the front and the program on the back. I LOVE them and really want to use them for our wedding but I am scared it might not be warm enough. So if you are worried about your wedding being too warm I would def look into them. I have a sample they sent me floating around somewhere - if you are interested I can take a picture of it for you.

 

[Swmhc]

We got married at the Gazebo on 8/1/07. We had a 10am ceremony to avoid the heat of the day and the afternoon thunderstorms. It was warm, especially the guys in their tuxes. But we survived and got great shots. I made the Mickey program fans for the guests and they used them. We had the fan going in the gazebo and were fine. I am one who HATES the heat and humidity, but frankly, it wasn't bad. My husband chose the date and like others have said, that was about his only request, so I didn't complain. I would hesitate at the afternoon times though because of the afternoon storms. Other than that, you will be fine !

 

[eacosta1120]

I think as long as you aren't a big sweater, have your hair throughly sprayed and possibly up, and are having a short ceremony, you should be fine. There are generally back up locations inside (although they are usually pretty generic-so you may want to factor in some decor in case it ends up being inside) in case of storms. I was thinking of an outdoor ceremony for next year but opted out because I get grumpy when I sweat and I know I'll already be outside for pictures for a while. Plus you can have older people stay inside until just before the ceremony so they are in the AC.