Jessica Dobson
Jessica Dobson joined the FOX 35 Storm Team as its newest meteorologist in January 2024.
She was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from Western Kentucky University, where she was selected to participate in the school's esteemed Field Methods in Weather Analysis and Forecasting Class.
In that class, she helped forecast severe convective weather and essentially chase storms across the country. Jessica and her classmates chased and documented more than 20 tornadoes and countless storms.
While at WKU, Jessica was hired to be the weekday evening meteorologist at Bowling Green, Kentucky. She then moved to Decatur, Illinois, where she worked as the morning meteorologist at WAND-TV where she saw wind chills of below 40 degrees, cold winters, and severe summer storms.
She then moved to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where she tracked hurricanes, tropical storms, as well as the heat and humidity. She then moved back to Louisville, and is now back in Florida, where she's excited to help keep Central Floridians aware of Florida's unique weather patterns, severe weather, tropical storms, hurricanes, and everything in between.
Outside of work, Jessica enjoys reading and spending time with her two cats – Stormy and Oscar. She is also looking forward to Florida's warm summer temperatures, mild winters, and exploring all of the fun that Florida has to offer.
The latest from Jessica Dobson
TIMELINE: Strong storms could bring flood risks to Orlando, Central Florida; more showers this weekend
Friday in Central Florida starts with scattered showers and storms, especially along the coast and west of I-95, with up to an 80% chance of rain and potential flooding.
TIMELINE: Evening storms could bring Orlando, Central Florida flooding, frequent lightning
Storms are expected to continue into Thursday evening across Florida, with widespread activity through 10 p.m. then the rain will begin to taper off.
Orlando weather: Hot, stormy pattern holds over Central Florida on Wednesday
A ridge of high pressure remains parked over Central Florida, driving hot and humid conditions across the region. The "feels-like" temperatures will be well over 100 degrees on Wednesday.
Orlando record-challenging heat wave: How hot will it get? How long will it last?
A few strong thunderstorms are expected across Central Florida through Wednesday evening. Thursday will bring slightly less extreme heat compared to earlier in the week.
Orlando weather: Widespread afternoon storms expected on Wednesday across Central Florida
A few thunderstorms are possible as we head into the overnight hours, but it will be mostly dry. It will feel very hot and humid through the night.
5 tropical waves in the Atlantic being monitored for potential development: Could Florida see impacts?
The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring at least five tropical waves across the Atlantic. Due to Saharan Dust and wind shear, the chances of these waves developing into organized storms are low for the next week.
2 tropical waves in the Atlantic being watched for potential development: Will they impact Florida?
Two tropical waves are being monitored, but dry air and wind shear are making development unlikely for now.
Orlando weather: Waves of heavy rain, storms expected in Central Florida; flash flooding possible
Wednesday is a FOX 35 Weather Impact Day due to the multiple waves of heavy rain expected across Central Florida.
Orlando weather: Storms may bring inches of rain, flash flooding risk to Central Florida
Multiple rounds of storms could bring 3–5 inches of rain and flash flooding across the Central Florida region.
Orlando weather: Hottest weekend of the summer approaches, with heat index in the triple-digits
There is a possibility of thunderstorms Friday evening. Saturday is expected to bring fewer clouds and limited storm activity, with some of the hottest temperatures of the year.