Event Weather
Graduation Weather Plan: Heat, Lightning, Wind, Rain, and Crowd Communication
Weather planning for graduation ceremonies, including heat, lightning delays, wind, rain locations, medical support, and guest communication.
Quick answer: Graduation weather plans need shade, water, lightning rules, wind thresholds, rain backups, and clear guest communication.
Heat planning
Provide water, shade, medical support, and accessible seating for vulnerable guests.
Long ceremonies in sun can become heat illness events.
Lightning and storms
Outdoor ceremonies should stop for thunder and move people to safe shelter.
Tents and bleachers are not lightning-safe shelters.
Communication
Send weather plans before event day and update guests early if the location changes.
Crowds move better when instructions are simple.