February 12, 2021 / Planning Weddings
The Best Seasons to Elope in Northern Michigan | Average Temperatures + Pros & Cons
I may be biased but I don't think you can go wrong planning to elope in Northern Michigan.
I grew up playing in the woods, biking to nearby lakes, and foraging for wild berries that surrounded my chi...
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I may be biased but I don’t think you can go wrong planning to elope in Northern Michigan.
I grew up playing in the woods, biking to nearby lakes, and foraging for wild berries that surrounded my childhood home. I’m incredibly fortunate to be born and raised as a Michigander. This beautiful state has taught me to value the outdoors with it’s unique seasons. I put together a little guide on choosing the best season for you if you’re trying to decide when the best time is to elope in the Great Lakes state I love to call my home.
Elope in Northern Michigan in the Spring
Pros:
- Delicate spring wildflowers and trees beginning to bud.
- Less people booking spring dates in Northern Michigan.
Cons:
- May be cooler temperatures.
- Depending on snow, some areas may not yet be open.
- Trees usually bud sometime in May.
Check out this forested Northern Michigan wedding.
| March Maximum average temp: 42 °F Minimum average temp: 24 °F Rainy days: 11 days |
| April Maximum average temp: 56 °F Minimum average temp: 35 °F Rainy days: 12 days |
| May Maximum average temp: 69 °F Minimum average temp: 45 °F Rainy days: 11 days |
Elope in Northern Michigan in the Summer
Pros:
- The nicest weather you’ll get for the year as far as temperatures go.
- Most hours of sunlight in the year.
- Lush green trees, summer flowers, and warm lakes.
Cons:
- Busiest season for photographers.
- Tourism is booming so private locations can be harder to find.
- Vendor rates usually at a high.
Check out this unique summer elopement on a boat in Lake Michigan.
| June Max average temp: 78 °F Min average temp: 55 °F Rainy days: 10 days |
| July Max average temp: 82 °F Min average temp: 59 °F Rainy days: 9 days |
| August Max average temp: 80 °F Min average temp: 57 °F Rainy days: 10 days |
Elope in Northern Michigan in the Fall
Pros:
- All the colorful autumn foliage.
Cons:
- More likely to get clouds, wind or rain.
Check out this forested Northwest Michigan elopement in autumn.
| September Max average temp: 73 °F Min average temp: 50 °F Rainy days: 11 days |
| October Max average temp: 60 °F Min average temp: 39 °F Rainy days: 11 days |
| November Max average temp: 46 °F Min average temp: 30 °F Rainy days: 12 days |
Elope in Northern Michigan in the Winter
Pros:
- Unique snowy landscapes
- Off-season for eloping. Finding a photographer and vendors shouldn’t be an issue.
Cons:
- Cold
- Least hours of sunlight for the year.
- More overcast days = less chance of an epic sunset.
| December Max average temp: 33 °F Min average temp: 19 °F Snowy days: 11 days |
| January Max average temp: 29 °F Min average temp: 13 °F Snowy days: 12.5 days |
| February Max average temp: 32 °F Min average temp: 14 °F Snowy days: 10 days |
