Weather and the big day -- gauging interest in hiring a meteorologist
Hi everyone!
I'm a meteorologist and I've been thinking about starting a weather forecasting service specifically for weddings, and I'd love some honest feedback from brides, planners, and anyone who's planned a wedding.
The idea came from a few panicked texts I've received from friends before weddings and bachelorette trips on what to do. I advised one of my friends to move fireworks at her destination wedding to earlier in the evening to be sure rain isn't a factor, and she said it was perfect timing before the rain came in.
Some ideas I've been tossing around:
• Historical weather reports before booking a venue (rain, wind, fog, heat, thunderstorms, etc.)
• Seasonal guidance on the best months for a particular venue or destination.
• Long-range planning forecasts leading up to the wedding weekend.
• Detailed daily forecasts for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, welcome parties, and brunches, including outfit recommendations as the event comes closer.
• Hourly forecasts and weather decision support during the week leading up to the wedding.
• Live weather monitoring on the wedding day with guidance on timing, radar, lightning, and whether it's actually time to move indoors.
My questions are:
- Is this something you would find helpful?
- Which service be most valuable?
- Would you pay for something like this? If so, what would feel like a reasonable price?
- Is there anything weather-related that caused you stress that isn't listed here?
I'd really appreciate and welcome any honest thoughts. Thanks in advance!