Inside Dylan Dreyer’s Rise: From Storm Tracker to TODAY Show Star
Meet Dylan Dreyer: The Weather Expert Who Makes Learning Fun!
Important Point: Dylan Dreyer isn’t just a weather reporter—she’s a mom, author, TV host, and real-life storm chaser who helps kids (and grown-ups!) understand the world around them.
Who Is Dylan Dreyer?
Imagine someone who can explain a hurricane so simply that a 5-year-old understands it, but also knows exactly what to do when a blizzard hits. That’s Dylan Dreyer! She’s a meteorologist (that’s a fancy word for "weather scientist") who works for NBC News. You’ve probably seen her on TV wearing a bright jacket, pointing at maps, and smiling while telling you if you need an umbrella or a snow shovel.
Her Many Jobs (She’s Super Busy! )
Dylan wears a lot of hats—like, a lot. Here’s where you can find her:
On Television
- Co-host of the 3rd Hour of TODAY – She hangs out with the TODAY show crew every weekday morning.
- Weekday Weather Correspondent – She gives the forecast for TODAY and Nightly News with Tom Llamas.
- Host of "Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer" – This show airs Saturday mornings on NBC. It’s won over a dozen Telly Awards (those are like gold stars for TV shows!).
- Fill-in host for "NBC Nightly News: Kids Edition" – She breaks down big news stories so kids can understand them.
On the Radio
- Co-host of "Off the Rails" on Sirius XM – A weekly show with her TODAY friends Al Roker and Sheinelle Jones. They chat about life, weather, and everything in between.
As an Author
Dylan writes books for kids! Her series features Misty the Cloud—a little cloud with big feelings.
- Misty the Cloud: A Very Stormy Day (New York Times Bestseller!)
- Misty the Cloud: Friends Through Rain or Shine
- Misty the Cloud: Fun Is in the Air
- The Thing About Spring
- A Peek Out Your Window (an interactive board book for the tiniest readers)
Important Point: Dylan combines her weather knowledge + mom experience = books that teach social-emotional learning (that means understanding feelings, making friends, and handling tough days).
She’s Reported From the Front Lines of History
Dylan doesn’t just talk about weather from a studio—she goes right into the storm.
| Event | Year | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Harvey | 2017 | One of the costliest hurricanes in U.S. history |
| North American Polar Vortex | 2014 | Dangerous, record-breaking cold across the continent |
| Boston’s Record Snowfall | 2015 | Over 100 inches of snow in one season! |
| 2018 Winter Olympics | 2018 | Reported live from PyeongChang, South Korea |
| Hurricane Milton | 2024 | Major hurricane hitting Florida |
| Los Angeles Wildfires | 2025 | Deadliest & most destructive wildfires in CA history |
Her Journey: From Small Towns to Big Time
Dylan worked her way up, one weather map at a time:
- 2003–2005: Weekend meteorologist at WICU-TV in Erie, Pennsylvania
- 2005–2007: Weekend meteorologist at WJAR-TV in Providence, Rhode Island
- 2007–2012: Weekday morning meteorologist at WHDH-TV in Boston ("Today in New England")
- 2008: Named "Boston’s Best Meteorologist" by Improper Bostonian magazine
- 2012–Present: Joined Weekend TODAY, then moved to weekday TODAY
Smart Cookie: Her Education & Awards
- Rutgers University – Graduated Cum Laude (that means "with honors"!) in 2003
- Bachelor of Science in Meteorology – She studied the science of weather
- College experience: Weather anchor for Rutgers TV network & radio station
- American Meteorological Society’s Seal of Approval – A prestigious award showing she really knows her stuff!
Important Point: The AMS Seal of Approval is like a "gold badge" for meteorologists. It means other weather experts say, "Yep, she’s the real deal."
Life at Home
Dylan lives in New York with:
- Her three sons: Calvin, Oliver, and Russell
- Their dog, Bosco
Follow Her Adventures!
- Instagram: @DylanDreyerNBC
- X (formerly Twitter): @DylanDreyerNBC
Summary: Why Dylan Dreyer Rocks
| Role | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Meteorologist | Keeps people safe during dangerous weather |
| TV Host | Makes news & science fun & easy to understand |
| Author | Helps kids handle big feelings through Misty the Cloud |
| Mom | Brings real-life parenting wisdom to everything she does |
| Storm Reporter | Shows courage by reporting live from history’s biggest storms |
Dylan Dreyer proves you can be smart, brave, creative, and kind—all while chasing clouds and raising three boys!
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
1. What is a meteorologist?
A meteorologist is a scientist who studies the atmosphere to predict the weather. They use satellites, radar, and computer models to tell us if it’ll rain, snow, or be sunny!
2. What are the "Misty the Cloud" books about?
They follow Misty, a little cloud who has big emotions (like feeling stormy, left out, or excited). Each story teaches kids about friendship, feelings, and weather science—all at once!
3. Has Dylan Dreyer ever been in danger while reporting?
Yes! She’s reported live from hurricanes, blizzards, and wildfires. She takes safety seriously, but her job requires being where the weather is happening.
4. What’s "NBC Nightly News: Kids Edition"?
It’s a special version of the nightly news made just for kids. Dylan helps explain big world events in a way that’s easy to understand and not too scary.
5. Where did Dylan go to college?
Rutgers University in New Jersey. She graduated with honors in 2003 with a degree in meteorology.
Final Thought: Whether she’s tracking a hurricane, writing about a cloud with feelings, or raising three boys—Dylan Dreyer shows us that curiosity + kindness = a pretty awesome life.