22/05/2026
Warm, sunny weather is the dream for summer weddings, but when you’ve got a heatwave on your hands your photography plan may need some tweaks.
A bit of hot weather isn’t a problem in small doses, but in extreme heat your schedule will need more flexibility to keep everyone comfortable and safe.
The first thing I tell my couples is that your key photos may need to happen later in the day. Not only is softer evening sun far more flattering, but you’ll feel much more relaxed too. Nobody looks their best when they’re exhausted and overheating.
Shade and speed become essential for group photos, and on the hottest of days it’s a good idea to cut your formal group list right back to the essentials to hurry things along.
And just like people, cameras can overheat too. High temperatures can cause equipment to slow down and fail if it's pushed too hard, so don’t be surprised if your photographer needs to pause more often and let their gear recover.
Thankfully I’ve photographed my fair share of weddings in all kinds of weather, so heatwaves don’t really faze me. All I ask is that you’re prepared to adapt your plans, slow things down a little, and trust the process so I can get you the best photos possible ☀️
