Seasonal planning advice from Grand Lady Austin, a modern outdoor wedding venue

If you’re planning on getting hitched in Texas, you might be wondering when the best time of year is to tie the knot. While the state’s warm climate makes outdoor weddings possible year-round, there are a few key factors to consider when deciding when to hold your ceremony.

Traditionally, wedding season in Texas falls between late spring and early fall. This is because the weather during these months is generally warm and sunny, which makes for beautiful outdoor ceremonies and receptions. For milder weather, you might consider holding your wedding in the spring or fall. These seasons bring cooler temperatures and lower humidity, which can be more comfortable for outdoor events. 

The spring months bring a burst of color to the Texas landscape, as wildflowers and other flora begin to bloom. This can make for stunning backdrops for wedding photos and add a touch of natural beauty to your ceremony.

Wedding Season in Texas: Seasonal Weather Reference and Sound Advice for Outdoor Wedding Venues in Texas

Spring

Spring may be the perfect time for a wedding in Texas, with cool weather and emerging wildflowers, your guests and your photographer will be enamored with dates between March and May. With an onsite Floral Farm, Grand Lady Austin welcomes the Spring with an explosion of bloom and provides an incredible garden wedding venue.

Be aware that booking a Saturday Spring Weddings at some of Austin’s most popular wedding venues could require as much as 18 months lead time. Expect plenty of vendors to be well booked, as well. 

Selecting a Friday or Sunday date for your event could allow you the best of both worlds- your season of choice and venue/vendor availability. Not to mention, you may save quite a bit on your venue rental fee. 

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Spring Weather in Central Texas Snapshot

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Avg Rainy Days/Month	Approximate Sunset
March	73	51	5	7:42 PM
April	80	59	4	8:00 PM
May	86	66	6	8:20 PM

FALL

If you can work around football season, then Fall may be the best option for your wedding. With lingering twilight and cool evening temperatures pair beautifully with a historic home wedding venue; your festivities will certainly sit in everyone’s memory. 

October books up quickly across vendors and venues, but the temperatures make it worth getting in early. As days get shorter in November, it provides a relief in temperatures and may be the most underrated wedding month in Central Texas. Tell us about your event. 

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Fall Weather in Central Texas Snapshot

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Avg Rainy Days/Month	Approximate Sunset
September	90	70	5	7:35 PM
October	82	60	5	7:05 PM
November	71	50	4	5:35 PM

Summer and Winter

Summer and Winter are relative terms for Texans with Summer lows reaching an easy average of 74 degrees, and winters rarely dropping below 32, you may be able to find the perfect date in the off-season.

Summer weather can easily be mitigated with misting fans, shade, and plenty of cold drinks. With oaks and sycamores are in full flush, shading guests around the clock and air circulation easily make the summer weddings possible; just lighten the dress code and fill the cooler. 

Longer summer days also make multiple cocktail hours possible, with light lingering till nearly 8:30 guests can enjoy relief from the sun late into the evening. 

Indoor flexibility is always possible, too. Modern Wedding Venues in Austin, like The Grand Lady have the ability to  move your vows to the shade or inside if the weather requires. 

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Summer Weather in Central Texas Snapshot

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Avg Rainy Days/Month	Approximate Sunset
June	92	72	5	8:35 PM
July	96	74	3	8:30 PM
August	96	74	3	8:15 PM

Winter weather isn’t really that in Texas, both December and February enjoy more than 21 days with temperatures over 60 degrees. Brisk and sunny may be the perfect combination for an outdoor ceremony. 

Winter dates will also allow you the opportunity to shop around and work with your favorite vendors. 

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Winter Weather in Central Texas Snapshot

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Avg Rainy Days/Month	Approximate Sunset
December	63	43	5	5:35 PM
January	61	41	5	5:55 PM
February	65	45	4	6:20 PM

Ultimately, the best time to get married in Texas depends on your personal preferences, as well as the specific details of your wedding. Modern wedding venues in Texas have prepared to host events outdoors and indoors, year-round.