CHARLOTTE, N.C. — KJ Jacobs is a meteorologist at WCNC Charlotte. He's excited to return to the Carolinas after working in Norfolk, Virginia. He previously worked in Myrtle Beach and Huntsville, Alabama, where he spent some time covering severe storms as a field reporter.
KJ joins WCNC Charlotte's weather team with nearly a decade of severe, tropical and winter weather experience.
He is a graduate of University of South Carolina with a degree in Journalism, and his meteorology degree is from Mississippi State University.
Beyond his professional commitments, KJ is deeply invested in educational outreach. He’s involved in community events and school visits to inspire the next generation of scientists.
Outside of work, he’s an avid sports fan. KJ lives an active lifestyle from exercising, hiking, skiing and pickleball. KJ cherishes spending time with family and friends.
He upholds the value of trust in his work, recognizing how his forecasts can help people become weather aware.
Contact KJ Jacobs at kjacobs3@wcnc.com and follow him on Facebook, X and Instagram.