Janessa Webb

Nationally recognized Meteorologist Janessa Webb brings her passion for weather and storytelling to the WCCB Charlotte WeatherWise team, where she delivers accurate and engaging forecasts every weekday evening at 9 and 10 p.m.

Born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, Janessa’s passion for extreme weather began at an early age and has guided her through an extensive career in both national and local television. She returned to North Carolina after nearly four years in Washington, D.C., where she built a weather department from the ground up and served as Chief Meteorologist for several leading broadcasts.

Before that, Janessa was a Meteorologist for NBC News and MSNBC in New York City, appearing on programs such as Early Today, Morning Joe, NBC Nightly News, and The 11th Hour with Brian Williams. She also filled in for Al Roker on TODAY and previously served as a weekday meteorologist for WEWS-TV in Cleveland, Ohio. Webb spent her early years as a meteorologist in Anchorage, Alaska, at KYUR and KTVA for nearly nine years. She graduated from East Anchorage High School prior to studying at Winston-Salem State University and Mississippi State University.

Webb is a member of the National Weather Association, The American Meteorological Society, the National Association of Black Journalists. Webb has served as a mentor to young journalists throughout her career and believes strongly in giving back to the community.

When Webb isn’t tracking the weather, her faith and family remain the center of her life and foundation. She also has a passion for teaching and is a certified hot yoga instructor and personal trainer, she embraces an active lifestyle and loves a good adventure.

Articles

Sunshine taking over Thursday and Friday

Showers will move out and then we are headed for sunshine!

Tracking spotty storms through the day

By Wednesday morning, expect a soggy start to the day. Rain moves in early and sticks around through the late morning hours with periods of heavier downpours, gusty winds, and even a few rumbles of thunder possible.

Early morning rain, drying out by this afternoon

As you’re heading out the door this Tuesday morning, don’t be surprised if you run into a few scattered showers. The day is starting off with pockets of spotty rain across the area but not a total washout, but enough to make for a damp commute in some spots. It’s going to be pretty hit-or-miss, so while one neighborhood deals with a quick shower, another may stay completely dry.

Bright sunny skies and 80s this afternoon

After a mild and comfortable Thursday morning, temperatures warm into the mid 80s with plenty of sunshine and dry air in place.

Sunshine with 80s returning through Friday

Happy Wednesday, high pressure builds back in and winds shift out of the southwest. That’s going to bring a big warm-up, with afternoon highs climbing back into the mid to upper 80s through the end of the week.

USDA declares 82 NC counties natural disaster areas due to drought conditions

The drought has been serious across the Carolinas, but now it has officially been classified a disaster. The USDA has declared the 2026 Drought an agricultural disaster. The latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor, shows every part of North Carolina dealing with at least some level of drought.

Cold start with the 70s by mid afternoon

By the middle of the week, high pressure builds back in and winds shift out of the southwest. That’s going to bring a big warm-up, with afternoon highs climbing back into the mid to upper 80s through the end of the week. Winds won’t be quite as strong as yesterday, the combination of warmth and dry conditions means fire danger will stay elevated.

Cooler yet sunny start to the week

We’re kicking off the work week with a really nice, classic spring setup. It will be cool enough this morning that you’ll want a light jacket as you head out the door. Both Monday and Tuesday start off in the mid-40s, which is a touch cooler than what we typically see this time of year.