How to Plan for Rain on your Wedding Day: 

Superstitions and Symbolism

By Bethany Coleman

What Happens if it Rains on your wedding day?

They say a wet knot is the hardest to untie, which means rain on your wedding day represents a stronger marriage! It’s also a symbol of fresh beginnings, renewal, and fertility!  Of course that is not what a bride wants to hear on her wedding morning (trust me I’ve seen the disappointment on many a drizzly English morning). But instead of wishing the clouds away, let’s dance in the rain! Here are my top tips for making the absolute most of a rainy wedding day!  

Love your Plan B (Almost) as Much as your Plan A

When choosing your venue, check that they have a solid rainy-day setup, and make sure it’s one you actually like! That way, no matter what the weather decides, you’ll still have a magical setting. 

Clouds Make for a Photographers Dream

Fun fact… rainy skies and soft cloud coverage create the perfect lighting for photos! Your photographer can also get creative using the rain as a prop! 

Accessorise Wisely

Clear umbrellas, cosy blankets, stylish wellies, and maybe even a few heat lamps can keep everyone warm, dry, and smiling. Plus, they add a personal, Pinterest-worthy touch to your celebration!  

Stay Flexible

A good wedding coordinator will work against the weather gods doing everything in their power to ensure you get the day you have dreamed of. If that means shifting the timeline, moving décor, or making last-minute adjustments, trust that they’ve got it handled. You just focus on soaking up every moment (and maybe a few raindrops!). 

Superstitions and Symbolism

They say a rainy wedding day is actually a lucky one, and this belief stretches back further than you might think! While it’s hard to pinpoint exactly where it began, many sources trace the superstition to Hindu traditions. In Hindu culture, rain symbolises fertility and renewal, just as it nourishes the earth and helps crops grow, it’s believed to bless a marriage with children and prosperity. There’s even a saying that a “wet knot” is harder to untie, meaning a marriage sealed in the rain will be strong and long-lasting.

Over time, this superstition has poured into many other cultures, each adding its own twist. Some see rain on your wedding day as a symbolic cleansing, washing away the past and starting fresh as a couple. Others say the raindrops represent the last tears the bride will ever cry, ushering in a life filled with happiness. Of course, not every culture agrees, but most lean toward optimism, seeing it as nature’s blessing on a new beginning.

So, while you might not dream of waking up to clouds on your big day, remember that in many traditions, those drops of rain are a beautiful sign. They whisper of renewal, strength, and good fortune, proof that even a grey sky can make your love story shine a little brighter.