Bill Walsh

Chief Meteorologist

Charleston, SC

Professional Experience:

25 years as Chief Meteorologist WCSC-TV 5

6 years as Chief Meteorologist at WCIV-TV 4

2 years staff meteorologist, WLNE-TV 6, Providence, RI

1 1/2 years as staff meteorologist , Rollins New England Cable NEWSVISION 2

United States Special Operations Command - Lt. Colonel USAF Reserve

Contributor: The Weather Channel & CBS This Morning

Author - Novels: The Umbrella Option and Red Carpet Ransom

Awards/Recognition:

2 time Emmy Award Winner

5 time Telly Award Winner

Associated Press Best Weathercaster

U.S. Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal

2 US Air Force Meritorious Service Medals

US Air Force Air Force Commendation Medal

US Air Force Air Force Achievement Medal

US Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Global War on Terrorism Medal

Education:

Masters Degree in Military Operational Art and Science / National Security Studies from the United States Air Force Air University, Dec. 2010

Emerson College in Boston, MA and Lyndon State College, BS, double major in Mass Communications and Meteorology

American Meteorological Society Certification and Seal of Approval

National Weather Association Certification and Seal of Approval

Currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Meteorology/Atmospheric Sciences

United States Coast Guard Licensed Boat Captain

Community Involvement:

U.S. Air Force Reserve / U.S. Special Operations Command / U.S. Navy 1993-2017

Rank - Lt. Colonel, 315th Airlift Wing, Charleston AFB SC

Ronald McDonald House Charities - Executive Board Member, Big Brothers/Big Sisters program, Live 5 Weather Class in the schools, Project Impact (Community Hurricane Planning), Veteran's Hospital, Datastreme Teacher Educational Project, Kids' Fair, Civil Air Patrol, US Naval Reserve

Family:

Wife, Janet, and 2 Children, Amy and Frank

Favorite Books and Movies:

Book- Executive Orders, by Tom Clancy

Movies: Midway, The Firm, Midnight Run, Strategic Air Command

Likes Best About Lowcountry:

The people and the mild weather.

Most Interesting Assignment:

Hurricane Hugo, hurricanes in general, Naval deployment to Bulgaria, News assignment to South America, Israel and Italy. Air Force deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Awards:

2-time Emmy Award Winner
5-time Telly Award Winner
Associated Press Best Weathercaster
U.S. Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal
2 US Air Force Meritorious Service Medals
US Air Force Air Force Commendation Medal
US Air Force Air Force Achievement Medal
US Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Global War on Terrorism Medal

Education:

Masters Degree in Military Operational Art and Science / National Security Studies from the United States Air Force Air University, Dec. 2010
Emerson College in Boston, MA and Lyndon State College, BS, double major in Mass Communications and Meteorology
Currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Meteorology/Atmospheric Sciences
United States Coast Guard Licensed Boat Captain

Recent Articles by Bill

High pressure will bring a prolonged stretched of sunny, dry weather to the Lowcountry.

Bill Walsh

Published May 17, 2021 at 10:59 PM

High pressure is building over the eastern half of the United States leading to a gorgeous end to the week here across the Lowcountry.

Bill Walsh

Published May 14, 2021 at 4:46 PM

Despite the anticipated return of sunshine today, record cool temperatures are possible this afternoon as highs are likely to fall short of 70°.

Bill Walsh

Published May 13, 2021 at 11:23 PM

A cold front will move through the area today producing plenty of showers and falling temperatures this afternoon.

Bill Walsh

Published May 13, 2021 at 2:54 AM

A cold front will slide through South Carolina Wednesday bringing an unusual drop in our May temperatures along with lots of clouds and plenty of rain.

Bill Walsh

Published May 11, 2021 at 5:24 PM

A series of cold fronts will bring several rain chances and a big drop in temperatures by midweek.

Bill Walsh

Published May 10, 2021 at 10:43 PM

High pressure will provide a beautiful end to the work week and a gorgeous Mother’s Day weekend!

Bill Walsh

Published May 7, 2021 at 10:49 PM

A cold front will move through the Lowcountry this morning bringing a beautiful stretch of weather to wrap up the work week.

Bill Walsh

Published May 7, 2021 at 2:26 AM

A cold front will move through late today bringing a decrease in rain chances, humidity and temperatures for the rest of the week.

Bill Walsh

Published May 6, 2021 at 1:43 AM

The Live 5 First Alert Weather Team has issued a FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY for the potential of a few strong to severe storms late today.

Bill Walsh

Published May 4, 2021 at 5:34 PM

A series of storm systems will bring several chances for rain as we start out the new work and school week.

Bill Walsh

Published May 3, 2021 at 9:58 PM

A late season cold front will slide through the Lowcountry this morning bringing in spectacular weather for this upcoming weekend!

Bill Walsh

Published April 30, 2021 at 3:51 PM

Warmer than average temperatures are expected ahead of a cold front that will move through the area on Friday.

Bill Walsh

Published April 30, 2021 at 1:42 AM

We expect a warming trend over the next couple days in advance of our next cold front which will cool us back down for the upcoming weekend.

Bill Walsh

Published April 29, 2021 at 2:03 AM

High pressure will remain in control for the rest of the day. If you have any outdoor plans the weather will be perfect!

Bill Walsh

Published April 27, 2021 at 3:15 PM

High pressure will remain in control for the rest of the day. If you have any outdoor plans the weather will be perfect!

Bill Walsh

Published April 26, 2021 at 5:27 PM

Nearly three full weeks into April and no measurable rainfall recorded at Charleston International Airport!

Bill Walsh

Published April 19, 2021 at 5:56 PM

A quick moving cold front will bring an increase in clouds today along with the chance of scattered showers this afternoon and early this evening.

Bill Walsh

Published April 15, 2021 at 10:42 PM

One last day of very warm temperatures and dry, sunny weather across the Lowcountry before changes arrive for the rest of the week.

Bill Walsh

Published April 15, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Warmer than average temperatures will continue today across the Lowcountry with mostly sunny skies warming temperatures into the low 80s.

Bill Walsh

Published April 13, 2021 at 5:56 PM

We expect a sunny and very warm start to the brand new work and school week across the Lowcountry. Highs today will reach the mid 80s inland, upper 70s at the beaches.

Bill Walsh

Published April 12, 2021 at 10:38 PM

April is starting out with unseasonably cold, and possibly record breaking, temperatures.

Bill Walsh

Published April 5, 2021 at 3:36 PM

A strong cold front will move offshore early this morning leading to a big cool down for the next several days.

Bill Walsh

Published April 1, 2021 at 11:17 PM

A strong cold front will race through the area tonight bringing a round of showers and thunderstorms before cooler weather moves in for the rest of the week.

Bill Walsh

Published April 1, 2021 at 2:56 AM

We’re cooling down today behind a cold front that brought showers and storms to end our weekend across the Lowcountry.

Bill Walsh

Published March 29, 2021 at 11:47 PM

Warmer than average temperatures will dominate our weather as we head through the rest of this week.

Bill Walsh

Published March 24, 2021 at 10:46 PM

Clouds will increase today but our weather should stay dry with temperatures down from yesterday.

Bill Walsh

Published March 23, 2021 at 10:43 PM

Warmer temperatures and less wind are on the way as we kick off the brand new work week.

Bill Walsh

Published March 22, 2021 at 6:37 PM

A cold front will move through the Lowcountry today bringing clouds and cooler weather to wrap up the work week.

Bill Walsh

Published March 19, 2021 at 6:22 PM

A strong storm system will push through the Carolinas today bringing the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.

Bill Walsh

Published March 18, 2021 at 11:09 PM

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Charleston, SC

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