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: Unsettled rain pattern this week
Scattered summer downpours look likely each day Monday through Friday.
Houston weather: Steamy summer weekend, higher rain chances next week
Average highs for Sunday is 93 and we'll probably get slightly above that, but nothing out of the ordinary.
Houston weather: Scattered storms expected for Father's Day
Father's Day Sunday looks muggy, but still unsettled with afternoon storms likely again.
Houston weather: Hot, hazy weekend ahead
A hot and hazy weekend is on tap for the Bayou City this weekend.
Houston weather: Spotty rain Thursday evening as Saharan dust approaches
A few isolated storms may happen Thursday evening, but expect a mixture of hazy skies and very warm afternoons this weekend
Houston weather: Dust and heat following Wednesday storms
We may have a few storms on Thursday, but the overall trend will be toward a hot, hazy pattern
Houston weather forecast today: Quiet Monday after Sunday storms
Another disturbance brought scattered storms to Houston and surrounding areas late on Sunday. Today looks quiet with no storms but plenty of afternoon heat.
Houston weather: Severe thunderstorms possible
Another disturbance is bringing scattered showers and storms to Houston and surrounding areas. A few of these storms could be on the strong to severe side with hail, gusty winds and frequent lightning.
Houston weather: Strong storms for Sunday
Look for only a 20% chance of a few Saturday evening showers and storms. Another disturbance will bring in a better chance for spotty to scattered showers and storms on Sunday.
Houston weather: Possible storms Wednesday night, rain continues Thursday
Look for a few downpours to be possible Wednesday evening and into the overnight hours. A more scattered to isolated round of showers and storms are possible on Thursday.