JULIA HALEY

About

JULIA HALEY

JULIA HALEY is a broadcast meteorologist, author, and vocalist. She is dedicated to serving her community through science, storytelling, and the arts.

BROADCAST EXPERIENCE

Julia Haley is an on-air meteorologist at WLOS ABC News 13 in Asheville, North Carolina. She co-hosts the weekend morning newscast.

She has covered hurricanes, severe storms, flooding, winter weather, landslides, fires, and earthquakes. Julia’s work has appeared across local and national television, streaming, and digital platforms. Her weather and environmental reporting has been featured on The National Desk and National Weather Desk. Julia is an active member of the American Meteorological Society and has served on two national committees.

Before coming to Asheville, she forecasted for WCJB ABC TV20 in Gainesville, Florida. Her previous experience includes FOX Weather in New York City, WUFT, Gainesville’s PBS and NPR affiliate, and WRUF, a 24/7 weather channel.

EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP

Julia holds a Master of Science in Geosciences (Applied Meteorology) from Mississippi State University.

She holds dual degrees from the University of Florida: a Bachelor of Science in Geography and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance. She also earned a minor in Mass Communication and a certificate in Climatology and Meteorology.

While at UF, Julia received the Excellence in Multimedia Meteorology Award from the College of Journalism and Communications. She was named the Geography Department’s Most Outstanding Senior and received the John R. and Fawn T. Dunkle Award. Julia was later inducted into the University of Florida Hall of Fame for her leadership and service.

Children’s Book Author

Julia is the author of The Weather Watchers. The children’s book focuses on storm safety and STEM education.

It debuted as the #1 new release in “Science for Kids” on Amazon and became a top ten best seller.

All proceeds are donated to the American Red Cross to support hurricane relief in affected communities.

VOCAL PERFORMANCE

When she’s not forecasting, you can find Julia singing with local groups in western North Carolina. Julia is a classically trained singer. She has performed at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York City.

Julia also enjoys exploring Western North Carolina and spending time with her bichon, Daisy.

connect with julia

For more information, visit www.juliahaley.com or follow her on social media here.

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