Know your season
Winter and spring are generally drier and milder, which is why they are the busy months for festivals, weddings and visitors. Summer brings heat, high humidity and near-daily afternoon storms in many areas. Hurricane season officially runs from June 1 to November 30, with activity usually concentrated later in the season. Match your plan to the weather you will actually have, not the weather you hope for.
Heat and humidity
- Shade the units. A plastic unit in direct sun gets very hot inside. Use the shaded side of a building, trees or a temporary canopy.
- Increase servicing. Heat and humidity speed up odor, so a weekly schedule that works in winter may be thin in July. See servicing.
- Add handwashing and water. People wash and cool off constantly in hot weather. A handwashing station will be used heavily.
- Move the schedule. Early starts, evening ceremonies and shaded midday breaks make a real difference.
- Look after workers. Employers with outdoor crews should follow OSHA heat-illness guidance and their own safety policies. Verify current expectations with OSHA or your safety manager.
Afternoon thunderstorms
A sunny morning does not guarantee a dry event. Choose ground that drains and avoid low corners where water collects. Keep walkways to the units firm, since soft routes are the first thing guests complain about, and make sure there is a covered or indoor fallback for guests if lightning appears. Tell your staff to keep people away from the units during lightning.
Wind and flooding
Strong gusts can move lightweight equipment, especially on open lots, waterfronts and beaches. Place units in sheltered spots and discuss anchoring options when you call. Heavy rain can flood low-lying lots, so mention if your site holds water, sits near a canal or retention pond, or has a high water table.
Hurricane season planning
- Talk about it early. If your event or long rental falls in hurricane season, ask what the plan is if a storm approaches. We cannot promise outcomes, but early notice always helps.
- Units can become hazards. In high wind, an unsecured unit or trailer can be dangerous. Discuss securing or removing equipment ahead of a storm, and do not assume anyone will be able to reach the site once evacuation orders begin.
- Follow officials first. Evacuation orders, curfews and road closures take priority over any rental schedule.
- Call as soon as plans change. Rescheduling or pickup works best when it is arranged before conditions deteriorate.
- After the storm. Demand for sanitation jumps at once, and access, power and water may be limited. Read the storm recovery guide and our emergency rental page.
Waterfront considerations
Salt air, wind, tides and soft sand add their own challenges. The beach and waterfront guide covers placement and permits.
A quick weather checklist
- What is the typical weather for your dates and location?
- Is the site on firm, well-drained ground?
- Is there shade, or can you create it?
- Is there a storm plan for guests and for the equipment?
- Do you need extra servicing, lighting or handwashing?
Tell us about your site when you call and we will help you plan a setup that suits it.
Last updated November 4, 2026. This guide is general information, not legal, engineering or regulatory advice.