Featured Meteorologist Kelly Reardon

Kelly Reardon is the meteorologist for Cleveland.com, an entirely new position which allowed her pave her own way. She has a strong science background, with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Meteorology in the College of Engineering from Florida Institute of Technology. Her education was heavily focused on physics and math, to give a deep understanding behind how the weather and climate works, not just simply forecasting for it. During her time at school, she was a student intern with the National Weather Service office in Melbourne, Florida.

Question 1. What was your most memorable weather event?

My most memorable weather event was when I was a student intern at the National Weather Service in Melbourne, Florida, and Hurricane Arthur pummelled up the east coast. As it was passing our location, it was merely a tropical storm, but being from New Hampshire originally, it was something I’ve never experienced. I was in constant awe from the heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, and strong winds.

Question 2. What is your favourite and least favourite type of weather?

I’m a skier, so I love a good nor’easter for fresh powder — a nice break from the usual ice you typically experience when skiing in the northeast.
My least favorite would then be very hot, dry weather.