Ryann Jones is a familiar face at NBC 5. She returned to the station in July 2024 after previously working at NBC 5 as an intern and is now a member of the NBC 5 Weather Experts team as a meteorologist associate.
Born in Florida but raised in Justin, Texas, for most of her life, Ryann has long called the DFW Metroplex home. She attended Northwest High School and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Before returning to DFW, Ryann was a weekend evening meteorologist at KYTX-TV in Tyler. She then swapped Texas skies for Florida beaches, taking on the role of weekend morning meteorologist at WTLV/WJXX-TV in Jacksonville.
During her time in Florida, she earned accolades from the Florida Association of Broadcast Journalists for her on-air work. She handled everything from community outreach to intense, severe weather coverage. However, she finds the diversity of North Texas weather particularly compelling.
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Ryann is passionate about inspiring kids to explore STEM careers and follow their passions early on. Her love for meteorology sparked in the 5th grade, thanks to her fascination with clouds. She now strives to share that same excitement and curiosity with the next generation, encouraging them to dream big and explore their interests.
Outside of work, Ryann is a former college volleyball player who still loves to play and enjoys pickleball. She’s also an avid reader who loves diving into a good book and spending time with her family and dog.
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Why leaves change color: The science behind autumn's vibrant transformation
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Why do the leaves change colors in Texas?
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Recap of the 2024 Hurricane Season so far…
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Tracking the Tropics: Rafael
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North Texas winter weather outlook for 2024
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