Outdoor wedding in June

Jennifer, because I'm allowed to give my advice, even if someone else has given theirs. There is no unique advice to give you because your options are limited so instead of getting mad that I'm repeating things already said, I'd look over my plans and make sure there isn't anything else that may have slipped your mind.

I'm just going to say it again and add a little bit...UMBRELLAS. Individual ones and the big ones. Also, if you put big blocks of ice in front of fans, the air they blow is cold without the humid mist situation (I'm in hospitality and we've had to this for unseasonably warm events and it works wonders)

I live in southern Cali Orange County and although it gets hot around 4 it starts to cool off. Plus there's the breeze depending how close u are to the beach. June doesn't get that hot so I think you'll be fine. If ur worried about it u can always look into draping if it's not completely open to block the sunlight

@Elizabeth. I don't mean to be condescending or argumentative, but you're kinda coming at me aggressively and you're incorrect. Subjective: based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions. What they're doing is the opposite of subjective; it's objective. Your issue with the chart is that it's NOT subjective and guests' preferences ARE subjective.

Also, I've said in every single comment that heat will be a concern for OP, so I'm not sure why you think I'm "blessing this idea" or are directing your heat-related comments at me...

Lyla, you're right, I am using the wrong word. What I'm saying is that the NOAA's data does not apply to all people nor does it account for the fact that her guests will likely be drinking quite a bit at the reception lasting several hours. So it does not give a complete measure of whether or not her wedding would be dangerous for her guests. For this reason, I give little credibility to NOAA's recommendation because it's not corrected for the details of this situation.

And no, I wasn't meaning to come at you aggressively. I tend to be very blunt and my words often come across stronger online than I'm saying them in my head (was posting on The Knot too long lol). I apologize for that.

ETA: I said you blessed the idea because of this statement:

"Last year at 6 p.m., it was 80 degrees and 30% humidity where you live on your wedding date. Plug that into a "heat index" chart. It comes out in the green zone. In other words, scientists think that is a fine temperature for babies and the elderly. Yay!"

Also, you went after other posters offering advice, calling them trolls because you didn't agree. So not sure why you're so offended that I called you on what you said?

I'm from that area as well. it was cool last June during that time, but that was an anomaly. It doesn't usually start cooling off until 6 or 7. San Bernardino is hot. I'm having an outdoor ceremony and reception in May and i'm nervous. I have every intention of moving it inside if needed.

I'd push it back as late as you possibly can OP!

@Elizabeth. My next line was: "Yay! However, since it's close to the "very warm" area (within 5 degrees), you probably want to have an indoor option/misting fans on reserve just in case it is unseasonably hot."

Anyhow, it really doesn't matter. OP has her answers and isn't even here anymore. I just don't want people to think I said something I didn't because it's being copy-pasted completely out of context...

You people don't hike or go outside when it's over 70? That's crazy to me lol.

Carissa, if you want to go on a 6 hour hike in 90 degree weather, that's totally on you. Most people will be very uncomfortable spending 6 or more hours in the extreme heat with no reprieve. Which is why most will probably leave the wedding early or not go at all.

Agree with moving the time. We're in Texas and getting married July 1st outside (ceremony only) but at 7:30.

I've seen several posts in the past week where people criticize others for having a 20 minute ceremony outside before moving to an indoor venue with AC. Honestly, if people can't sit outside during the summer for 20 minutes, while two people commit to spending their lives together, then I wouldn't be concerned if they were there or not.

I understand the elderly, sick, pregnant, etc., which is why people make plans specifically for these people.

Although that's not related to this specific post, OP has to accept that her choice may result in people feeling uncomfortable or not showing up. She's asking for suggestions and I think she received some decent ones given the circumstances. Best of luck, OP.

@Carissa, why would you want you guests to extremely uncomfortable? Even if they *could* tolerate it, why on earth would you want them to? I care about my guests too much to have them freeze in 30 below or melt 80 above weather because of my "vision." That just seems silly and selfish to me.

I never said anything about a vision, but okay.

And as I said, to be honest, I don't want someone at my wedding if they can't be outside in the fresh air for 20 gosh darn minutes while I take those same 20 minutes to marry my FH. I'm so confused -- do people really stay inside like hermits on a beautiful summer day? It's 20 minutes. I think people take things too far on here with the criticism. Someone earlier today was called a brat for having an outdoor wedding ceremony in June and another was called desperate yesterday because she accidentally posted the same post 5x without realizing it. It's getting to be kind of insane.

My personal opinion? For the sake of your guests, RENT TENTS. Make sure they have access to small hand fans, at the least. And make sure everyone is able to get cold water when needed. At this point, with this situation, you might have to take the risk that people will physically not be able to attend your wedding. I hate that you're in a rough spot, kinda sucks even from my point of view. But I hope things work out!

I don't think most people consider 80/90 degree weather with humidity a "beautiful summer day." I think most people would consider that grossly and uncomfortably hot. Also, it is rarely just 20 minutes. Most guests arrive to the ceremony earlier, and there is always a chance of the ceremony starting late. A twenty minute ceremony for the bride and groom, usually means 40 to 50 minutes of guests sitting time.

I read back through and saw where you said tents aren't an option because the reception place is covered. If that is what you meant to say, you're totally forgetting about the ceremony place. Even if it's just for 20-30 minutes, people that have breathing problems or are sensitive to the heat aren't going to be able to make it even that long. Having the reception AND the ceremony covered is the closest idea I have as far as shielding them from atleast the sun. And if the hand fans do not work, perhaps you will have to just follow what others have said and call each person to see if they're able to stand the heat for that long of a time.

I find it funny and kind of sad.....you invite 200 of your "closest" friends, and then proceed to completely ignore their comfort because 'your vision" requires them to be outside in the heat/cold/rain/snow. Then you consider a cash bar or a dry wedding, or serving only dessert or only freaking ten buck food because 'if they love you, they are so entranced and delighted to be there, they won't care about being treated poorly.

If this is your thought process, you're wrong.

Lyla, whatever. I'm not going to argue with you about this. Telling someone having an outdoor ceremony and reception in insanely hot conditions that they're in the green yay, is not my idea of good advice and I called it out. I'd do it again.

Moving on.

Carissa, would you have showed up to my outdoor ceremony in December in New England when it was 5 below outside? You may not want me at your wedding, but I wouldn't choose someone so judgey about my comfort as a friend, so we're good.

Its going to be to hot I use to live in Inland Empire. Partied many a days in San Bernardino it will probably be to hot.