Have a Holiday Idea? Submit and Get It Voted In!
Submit & Vote
.svg)
Celebrate National Weatherperson's Day on February 5th - thank your meteorologists for keeping you informed and safe with their forecasts!
Celebrate National Weatherperson's Day on February 5 and give a special thanks to all the meteorologists who work hard every day to keep us informed of the weather. This day has been around since 1996, when it was created to recognize and appreciate the dedication of those who spend their time studying climate patterns, forecasting storms and informing us how best to stay safe in extreme weather conditions.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1744</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of John Jeffries</div><div class='timeline-text'>John Jeffries, considered one of America's first weather observers, was born on February 5, 1744.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1774-1816</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jeffries' Weather Observations</div><div class='timeline-text'>From 1774 to 1816, Jeffries kept weather records, contributing significantly to early understanding of weather patterns.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1870</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Weather Service</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. National Weather Service was created by a joint resolution of Congress on February 9, 1870.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Modern Weather Forecast</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first modern weather forecast was made using a computer by meteorologists at the U.S. Air Force and Navy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1954</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction Of Weather Satellites</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first use of weather satellites occurred, significantly improving the predictions and understanding of weather patterns.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Weatherperson's Day Initiation</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Weatherperson's Day was initiated by the National Weather Service to honor the birth of John Jeffries.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch the Weather Channel</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Tune in to the Weather Channel to celebrate National Weatherperson's Day and watch the forecast for your area. You can also learn what is happening with the weather around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a card or letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Send a card or letter to your local weatherperson to thank them for their hard work in keeping you informed about the weather. Let them know how much you appreciate their work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a weather-themed craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make a weather-themed craft such as a cloud pillow, stormy rain painting, or a suncatcher. There are plenty of ideas online.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local observatory</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local observatory to learn how meteorologists use telescopes to study the atmosphere and predict the weather. You can also look at stars, planets, and galaxies while you're there.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a picnic in honor of National Weatherperson's Day. Check the forecast for the day and plan accordingly. Make sure to bring some food, drinks, and a few games just in case it rains.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Weatherpeople keep us informed</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On National Weatherperson’s Day, we should celebrate the hard work of our weather forecasters! From helping us to plan our days around expected weather conditions to informing us of upcoming storms or hazardous conditions, weather people have become an invaluable part of everyday life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They bring us entertainment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Weather people provide not only factual information, but often humor and personality as well. Many weatherpeople have become household names due to their lighthearted chat with viewers or unique catchphrases. So even when the news isn't great, they still make us smile!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They help us plan for the future</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By keeping up to date with the latest forecasts, we can better prepare for what's ahead. Whether it means cancelling outdoor plans during a rainy day or packing extra supplies for a long winter storm, having reliable information about what Mother Nature has in store helps us stay ahead and seize every opportunity!</p></div></div>
National Weatherperson's Day is celebrated on February 5 every year. In 2024, National Weatherperson's Day will be on a Monday.
2023
Feb 5
Sunday
2024
Feb 5
Monday
2025
Feb 5
Wednesday
2026
Feb 5
Thursday
2027
Feb 5
Friday
.svg){kind=small}
.svg){kind=small}
