Laurel Blanchard
Laurel Blanchard joined the FOX 35 Storm Team as a meteorologist in July 2024.
Laurel's journey into meteorology began at a young age in her hometown of Abington, Massachusetts, where she shared morning weather reports with her great-grandfather, igniting her lifelong passion for weather. Embracing the unpredictable nature of weather, Laurel fondly adopts the saying, "If you don’t like the weather, just wait 5 minutes," a sentiment familiar to New Englanders.
She earned her bachelor of science in meteorology from Millersville University in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and earned minors in mathematics and emergency management. She graduated Cum Laude.
During college, Blanchard served as president of the school's chapter of the American Meteorological Society.
Before moving to Orlando, Laurel worked at WJHL-TV in Johnson City, Tennessee. She covered dozens of severe weather events there. She also taught meteorology classes at Tusculum University's Upward Bound Summer Academy. She also interned at a station in Peoria, Illinois.
Outside the newsroom, Laurel adores her rescue dog, "Honey." She enjoys trying new restaurants and coffee shops, watching movies, crocheting, and local theater. She's eager to explore Orlando and learn more about her new home.
To connect with Laurel or stay updated on her forecasts and activities, you can find her on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
The latest from Laurel Blanchard
Orlando weather: Cooler temps, partly cloudy skies ahead of 2025 hurricane season on Sunday
Cooler temperatures and partly cloudy skies are on tap for Saturday night, welcoming in the start of the 2025 hurricane season on Sunday.
Orlando weather: Severe thunderstorm warnings issued
A stormy stretch of weather continues across Central Florida as a cold front pushes into the region, bringing the potential for severe storms and a noticeable cooldown by the weekend.
Tracking The Tropics: FOX 35 2025 Hurricane Season Preview
The start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is days away. In fact, the 6-month season begins June 1 and runs through November 30, 2025.
NOAA 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast
NOAA released its prediction for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins June 1. NOAA is predicting an above-average season.
Orlando weather: Warm temperatures, afternoon storms highlight forecast to kickoff weekend
Saturday morning starts off mild and humid with temperatures in the low 70s. Partly cloudy skies are on tap through the rest of the morning and afternoon. High temperatures will be approaching the mid 90s, but with the humidity and a high UV index, temps will feel like the upper 90s.
Orlando weather: Hot Memorial Day weekend with pop-up storms and rising rain chances
Orlando will see hot, humid conditions this Memorial Day weekend with scattered afternoon storms and increasing rain chances starting Monday.
Orlando weather: Mainly-clear skies with temperatures dropping into the low 70s overnight
Mainly clear skies are on tap with temperatures dropping into the low 70s Friday night in the Central Florida area.
Orlando weather: Central Florida sizzles as heat wave intensifies ahead of weekend
Mostly clear skies continue overnight. Temperatures will stay mild as they dip down into the upper 60s and low 70s for lows.
Mother's Day Forecast: Central Florida faces more storms, flooding threats to start the workweek
Widespread rain continues to move in off the west coat. This will interact with the sea breeze coming off the east coast and spark off some thunderstorms and heavy rain showers this evening.
Orlando Weather: Severe storm threat to bring heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds and hail
The FOX 35 Storm Team has issued a series of Impact Days as a strong storm system aims to bring heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds and hail throughout Central Florida for Mother's Day weekend.