There are a lot of elements that go into planning a wedding, and the last thing you want is for it to rain on your big day (even if it is good luck).

I'm going to walk you through what weather you can typically see during each season in Wisconsin.

I am now at that stage of life where a lot of my friends are getting married. And like clockwork, a month before the wedding, the bride will reach out to me asking what the weather is going to be like on their wedding day.

As much as I would love to be accurate a month out, I'm going to tell you right now, the forecast will change several times before your wedding date.

So if you see rain in the forecast for your wedding 10 days before the ceremony, take a deep breath, and know this is not set in stone. 

If you want an accurate forecast, you're going to have to wait closer to a few days before your wedding day. 

Then how is it possible to know what the weather will be like a year or more in advance when wedding planning? Although you won't know exactly what you're going to get, you can get a general guideline of what to expect. And I'm here to help you with that!

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I attended two spring weddings this past year. One was at the end of March, and it was cold and snowy. The other was at the end of April, and it was a beautiful sunny day with temperatures in the 60s.

Here's what I'm trying to say. Spring is a dicey season. You can get anywhere from temperatures in the 30s and snow to nothing but sunshine and temperatures in the 70s. 

And typically, April is one of the rainiest months of the year.

So if you're trying to plan a spring wedding, try to do it in May. That way the temperatures have time to get a little warmer and you're almost guaranteed to not have snow in the forecast.

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Wisconsin comes alive during the summer months. The snow is gone, warmer temperatures return and we see a lot more sunshine from June through September.

There are some things to consider when planning a summer wedding.

First and foremost, and I can't stress this point enough, even if you want an outdoor wedding, always have an indoor option. You won't know a year out what the weather will be like for your wedding day, so it's always good to be over-prepared.

If you want to avoid the heat, I would strive for the end of June or early July. During this time, temperatures are in the upper 70s and low 80s. When you get to the end of July, well, get ready for some hot temperatures that may make your guests uncomfortable for an outdoor wedding.

And the one other thing that comes with the summer months, the return of storms.

In 2021, Wisconsin had 41 tornadoes during the severe weather season. And even though severe weather can happen any time, June seems to be the month with the highest rainfall totals and most tornadoes.

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I have always dreamed of having a fall wedding; the colors in the trees, that crisp air, all about it!

And it seems like many people have the same dream as me because fall (specifically September and October) is the most popular time of the year to get married in Wisconsin.

It will be warmer toward the end of September, and temperatures will still be in the 60s for the start of October. The severe weather threat will also decline heading into October. 

Something else to consider is it is more cloudy during the fall, which, although seems dreary, makes for better pictures!

Closer to the end of October into November is when we see temperatures getting colder and the return of snow.

So for you fall wedding fans out there, plan for late September into early October. 

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The good news with the winter months is that you are planning for an indoor wedding. But sometimes the allure of a winter wedding is the magic added by a light snowfall.

But, just because you have a winter wedding doesn't mean it will snow. Each year, we switch between a more dry and mild winter, bitter cold stretches or above average snowfall.

In Wisconsin, know that it's going to be cold, and that with the chance for snow could lead to messy travel conditions that could cause delays for your guests.

Fortunately, in Wisconsin, since we're used to the cold and snow, venues will prepare.

In the end, no matter what date you choose, may your wedding be filled with love and happiness.

And always remember that a week before your wedding, check in with your "Weather On The 1s" team for the latest weather forecast every 10 minutes on the 1s on-air and through our Spectrum News app.