New Mexico Wedding Planner
From a Photographer’s Point of View

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Useful Web Sites for New Mexico Wedding Planning

New Mexico Road Advisory
Call 1-800-432-269 for road closures due to accidents and weather; updated every day or as warranted.

Go to http://www.nmshtd.state.nm.us for information about road construction that may delay getting to the church on time.

Weather
Although this is the Southwest and usually dry, Albuquerque itself is at 5,000 ft. and Santa Fe is at 7,000 with peaks above 12,000. Monsoon season includes July and August, and a strong, yet brief downpour may wipe out an outdoor wedding. Back-up plans are a good idea. Brides should include a shawl for late spring and fall outdoor weddings, and most definately plan for snow in the winter. At this altitude, it is easy to sunburn year-round and sunburn is not attractive for pictures.

Albuquerque Weather Forecast (505) 821-1111

National Weather Service Report for New Mexico

Planning a sunset ceremony?
Visit the U.S. Naval Observatory's Astronomical Applications Dept. Web site to compute the time of sunset on your wedding day.

Wedding Planner Links

The Dress Market
Wedding dresses are usually worn only once. Here's an opportunity to buy or sell designer masterpieces from all over the world.

Wedding Photography: A Comprehensive On-Line Guide by Atlanta Bridal
The basics of wedding photography; style, make-up tips, etc.

For a guide to wedding planning in Santa Fe and surrounding area, please go to:
Santa Fe, New Mexico Wedding Locations and Referrals.

Links to Search Wedding Vendors Nationwide:

US Wedding Planner
At US Wedding Planner, you will find all services related to weddings, some of which include photographers, DJ's, caterers, and more. Browse by state and organize your special day all from one convenient web site.