John Dawson
John Dawson is the Weekend Meteorologist for FOX 26 News. He is a native of the FOX 26 viewing area; after graduating from Friendswood High School, he received a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Radio/TV/Film from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. He is also a graduate of the Broadcast Meteorology program at Mississippi State University. The Houston Press Club honored John with the 2011 Lone Star Award in Online Collaborative News Reporting for the FOXRAD Hurricane Briefing.
John produces this multimedia hurricane preparedness resource throughout hurricane season. Himself the father of two boys, JD searches the Houston area and beyond for outdoor activities that are family- and budget-friendly. Prior to joining the FOX 26 Weather Team in 2001, JD worked behind-the-scenes for FOX 26 News and as a producer for Family 45 television. He also returned to his alma mater, Friendswood High School, as the Video Technology Director from 1998 until 2002. JD has been honored by the Associated Press, nominated for an Emmy and been named "Weatherman of the Year" for his work at Cable 7 in Huntsville. JD, his wife and their sons are active in their church and enjoy being outside together whenever possible.
The latest from John Dawson
Houston weather: Summer heat, low rain chances for the new week
A summer pattern continues this week with high temps and low rain chances.
Houston weather: Heat advisory ends early; few storms possible Sunday
The Heat Advisory was dropped on Saturday but Southeast Texas will still be hot on Sunday.
Houston weather: Heat advisory, storm chances continue
A Heat Advisory continues across Southeast Texas today through 10 PM Saturday.
Houston weather: Storm Alert Monday; Flood Watch until midweek
Storms and heavy downpours will become widespread Monday as tropical moisture collides with a stalling front.
Houston weather: Dangerous heat index, Storm risks threaten FIFA Fan Fest
A few spotty showers are possible Saturday, but the bigger story will be the steamy feel for anyone spending time outside. Storm chances look more likely by World Cup Sunday.
Houston weather: Less rain, more heat
Less rain will lead to some very warm days with a humid pattern still in place.
Houston weather: Clearing out from Saturday's downpours
The unsettled pattern lingers into Sunday, but storm coverage should begin to drop as warmer air builds back in.
Houston weather: Red hot temps continue; Blue Moon Sunday
Temperatures combined with humidity will have it feeling closer to 100 outside. Also, make sure to look up in the sky on Sunday for a rare Blue Moon.
Houston weather forecast: Storms return Wednesday
Storm coverage ramps back up Wednesday into Thursday as another disturbance moves into the region.
Houston weather: Heavy rainfall likely on Wednesday morning; FOX 26 Storm Alert issued
Scattered thunderstorms develop late Tuesday evening and continue into early Wednesday morning across Southeast Texas. Some storms could turn strong with gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours during the overnight hours.