The Best Months for Weddings in San Diego
San Diego is a gorgeous city with beautiful weather and scenery all year around, so there are no unpleasant months to celebrate your wedding, however, there are a few months that we believe to be the best based off factors of affordability, accessible venues, available vendors and so on. Another detail to consider is what month is the best for you. Is Fall foliage a must? Or perhaps summer is more your vibe? At the end of the day, choose the month that will benefit you and your partner’s wedding the most!
WINTER (NOVEMBER, JANUARY, MARCH)
The winter season is often considered the off season for weddings but don’t let that dissuade you! Especially in San Diego, where the weather is usually mild and pleasant all year around. Due to less bookings, you are more likely to find full availability of your first-choice venues and vendors at more affordable costs. There is also a good chance that more guests can attend due to your wedding being the only wedding of that season. Be mindful of your dates not competing with holiday travel though!
December and February bookings are still lovely, but those venue spaces may be booked for holiday events or Valentine’s Day and florals or reception decorations could be priced higher due to those holiday dates. Luckily, January and November are still within the holiday season, so, you’ll feel the magical ambience of the cheerful season but without the higher costs! Another detail to note is during the months of November, December, and February, many proposal and engagement celebrations take place, so keep that in mind when planning.
SUMMARY:
• Mild weather
• Plenty of available venues and vendors
• More affordable
• More guests can attend due to winter break
• Holiday spirit
SPRING (APRIL, MAY)
Spring is an aesthetically pleasing season with all the fresh blooms so it’s no wonder that it is a desired time to celebrate a wedding, especially outdoors where the natural beauty is. If you’re in love with soft colors and pastels, this is a great season to find those colors pretty much everywhere. The general energy is also very positive! After a long winter, many guests will be excited to attend a beautiful wedding with friends and family while enjoying the warmer weather. Due to the lack of holidays or big events in April, many of your guests will also be able to attend! Be aware that it is a rainy month so research the weather before booking.
May is fantastic, much like April, but it’s good to be mindful of the events occurring during May. We have Mother’s Day, prom, graduation, and Memorial Day. This doesn’t mean booking in May is impossible but be sure to book the venues, vendors, hair stylists and makeup artists early, and be prepared for expensive floral costs. Although the florals will be pricier due to the season, they will be gorgeous and unforgettable at the same time so it’s still a huge win!
SUMMARY:
• Nice weather
• Beautiful natural beauty
• Cloudy days make for great lighting for photography
• Ideal for large weddings/guest attendance
• Lots of fresh floral blooms
SUMMER (JUNE, JULY, AUGUST)
Summer weddings are popular and highly desired amongst couples and for good reason! The weather is warm but not too hot. The weather will continue to be beautiful even into the late evening. The flowers are in full bloom, outdoor wedding venues are open and since it is summer break, many guests have the vacation time to attend. Floral décor and foods are in season, allowing for you to have lots of variety to choose from! If an outdoor wedding is a must, we recommend summer. Although it is warm all year around, even San Diego can get super chilly at night in the Winter and Fall months.
Now, the summer months are a bit pricier, and the availability can be sparse when it comes to venue spaces and vendors due to it being peak wedding season, but if you plan and book early, you’re good to go. The pros of a summer wedding far outweigh the cons!
SUMMARY:
• Warm but not hot weather
• Longer days (hello sunshine)
• Plenty of flowers are in season
• Plenty of food is in season
• Many guests can attend due to summer vacation
• More available outdoor venues
FALL (SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER)
I think we can all agree that the Fall season is loved by many. Whether it be the coziness, the color palettes, or all things pumpkin and spice, Fall has our hearts, and it is a beautiful time to celebrate your wedding. Like Winter, Fall weather is mild in San Diego but not too cold and there is a touch of crisp in the air which is incredibly wonderful at night, especially if you’re near a fire or heating lamp. The florals and foliage are warm and inviting and yes of course, it is a great time to add Fall color themes to the décor! We must also mention all the great seasonal beverage and food options! There is no better time to have pumpkin pie and mulled wine than in Fall!
Fall is a bit more expensive as it is another very popular time to celebrate weddings, so be mindful of venue and vendor availability and prices, and as silly as it sounds, Fall includes Halloween and football season so just make sure your wedding dates do not interfere too much with those festivities.
SUMMARY:
• Mild weather (chilly but not cold)
• Beautiful Fall colors (both in nature and décor)
• Seasonal food and cocktails
If you were struggling to decide on the best month to have your wedding, we hope this helped! These are the months that we at Exclusive Planning and Management consider to be the best for weddings but always, ALWAYS remember that this is your wedding so whatever month makes you happiest, that is the one for you! Check out our Instagram page @sandynissou for more wedding tips and tricks!
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