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THE WEATHER WATCHERS
The Weather Watchers debuted as a #1 New Release and Top 10 Bestseller in the Science for Kids category on Amazon. It is Inspired by Julia’s coverage of Hurricane Idalia. This children’s book encourages kids to explore weather, STEM, and storm safety.
As a Florida native and meteorologist, Julia is passionate about helping young readers stay safe during storms. All proceeds go to the American Red Cross for hurricane relief.
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stem education & outreach
Julia shares her passion for science with schools and community organizations. For inquiries, you can find her contact information here.
accolades & in the press
ACCOLADES:
The Weather Watchers : #1 New Release and Top 10 Bestseller – Science for Kids
University of Florida Hall of Fame (2024) – One of 25 honored
University of Florida Alumni Association Outstanding Leader (2024) – One of 10 recognized
John R. & Fawn T. Dunkle UF Department of Geography Award (2024) – Top undergraduate geography student
Miss University of Florida Campus Leader Award and Fourth Runner Up
Florida Blue Key Inductee (2024) – Prestigious leadership honorary
National Residence Hall Honorary – Most Impactful to the General Community (2024)
UF Homecoming & Gator Growl Court (2023) – Selected among the top 4 female leaders
College of Journalism & Communications Excellence in Multimedia Meteorology Award (2023)
Aspen Institute International Climate Leader (2023) – Selected as one of 255 worldwide
IN THE PRESS:
Most-Watched Weather – Our Town Magazine
Julia Haley UF Hall of Fame
Excellence in Multimedia Meteorology
WCJB April 8 Interviewed for Eclipse
WCJB The Weather Watchers
Hurricane Ian Storm Chasing
archive
Julia Haley is a WLOS News 13 meteorologist in Asheville, North Carolina, covering Western North Carolina weather across broadcast, digital,…
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June 9, 2026 June 9, 2026
Winter in WNC has been absolutely memorable so far! From a major ice storm to an early snow, there has…
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January 26, 2026 January 26, 2026
One year ago, Hurricane Helene struck both my home state of Florida and my new home in North Carolina…leaving a…
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September 30, 2025 January 26, 2026
Summer is off to a busy start! The Atlantic hurricane season is officially underway, and this year, I had the…
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August 31, 2025 September 11, 2025
In April 2025, I started my position at WLOS ABC 13 in Asheville, North Carolina. So fortunate to be part…
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April 21, 2025 June 17, 2025
Exciting news! I am thrilled to announce I will be joining WLOS ABC 13 in Asheville, North Carolina as their…
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April 9, 2025 April 9, 2025
A full-circle day at Liberty Pines Academy! It was an honor speaking with Mrs. Wurstner’s students about hard work, preparing…
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April 3, 2025 April 9, 2025
BRINGING THE FORECAST TO THE CLASSROOM Happy Pi Day! Huge thank you to Bartram Springs, Middleton-Burney, and Thunderbolt Elementary for…
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March 14, 2025 April 2, 2025
Had the best time at AMS 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana! Always a pleasure to connect with meteorologists from across…
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January 28, 2025 March 14, 2025
I’m THRILLED to share The Weather Watchers! This is a project I started last year after covering Hurricane Idalia. As…
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October 11, 2024 October 20, 2024
A Saturday well spent helping Cedar Key residents clean up from Hurricane Helene. Hearing their gratitude as we worked together…
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October 6, 2024 October 21, 2024
Excited to share some incredible milestones and honors I achieved during my time at the University of Florida! 🧡💙🐊 I’m…
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July 17, 2024 July 30, 2024
Had a great time with the Hurricane Hunters in Sanford! Thank you to the members of NOAA and the U.S.…
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May 16, 2024 October 21, 2024
I am grateful to have served as a College Associate at FOX Weather for three consecutive semesters. During this time,…
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May 9, 2024 October 21, 2024
Honored to be recognized as one of 25 inductees to the UF Hall of Fame! Thank you to UF Geography…
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April 19, 2024 July 16, 2024
I had the privilege of representing the American Meteorological Society at the University of Florida during the total solar eclipse…
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April 9, 2024 April 9, 2025
Honored to be awarded as the top undergraduate student in the University of Florida Geography department!
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March 27, 2024 October 20, 2024
Thank you UF Journalism and Communications Ambassadors for inviting me to be a panelist for the annual internship panel! Had…
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February 20, 2024 May 17, 2025
Happy National Weatherperson’s Day! Honored to represent the University of Florida at the 104th Annual American Meteorological Society Conference in…
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February 5, 2024 October 20, 2024
A great time at University of Florida’s 9th annual Climate Communications Summit! Met journalists and scientists focused on improving public…
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January 26, 2024 October 20, 2024
Today, I am filled with a mix of emotions as I reach the end of my term as president of…
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December 1, 2023 October 20, 2024
Earlier this year, I was inducted into the 2023-2024 Reitz Scholars cohort at UF! It has been eye-opening to learn…
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October 26, 2023 October 21, 2024
During my senior year, I joined WCJB TV20 News in Gainesville, Florida as their weekend forecaster! Thrilled for this new…
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October 14, 2023 July 16, 2024
Honored to serve on the 100th UF Homecoming and Gator Growl Homecoming Court alongside seven of the best and brightest…
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October 12, 2023 October 20, 2024
I covered Hurricane Idalia for WUFT News and FOX Weather. As a Florida native, hurricanes are no stranger to me.…
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September 1, 2023 July 16, 2024
Over this summer, I had the opportunity to shadow Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee! Such a wonderful time watching Good Morning…
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August 10, 2023 June 17, 2025
This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to work as a College Associate at FOX Weather in New York City!…
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August 1, 2023 July 16, 2024
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