Jackie Layer is a television weather presenter and journalist best known for playing Chief Meteorologist in Dc News Now Weather Forecasts.
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Best Known For:The television show DC News Now weather forecasts
Breakthrough:Became interested in weather after experiencing the Blizzard of 1996 during childhood
10 Quick Facts About Jackie Layer
- Full Name: Jackie Layer
- Profession: Meteorologist
- Known For: The television show DC News Now weather forecasts
- Place of Birth: New Jersey
- Marital Status: Single
- Gender: Female
- Media Level: Local
- Employer Type: TV Station
- Net Worth: $341,000-$4,875,000 (Estimated range)
- Salary: $51,000-$223,000 (Estimated range)
Jackie Layer Age
Jackie Layer's exact age is not publicly confirmed.
Education
She attended Pennsylvania State University, where she studied Meteorology.
- Pennsylvania State University
- Field of Study: Meteorology
- Period: Graduated 2013
Career & Work
Jackie Layer's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with DC News Now, a news outlet and WHDH-TV / 7News.
Organization: DC News Now
Role: Chief Meteorologist
Period: 2026–Present
Organization: DC News Now
Role: Meteorologist
Period: Before 2026
Organization: WHDH-TV / 7News
Role: Meteorologist
Period: 2018–2022
Details: Boston, Massachusetts · Joined the 7News Weather Team in May 2018, forecasting New England weather.
Organization: WBND-LD / ABC57
Role: Meteorologist
Period: Before 2018
Details: South Bend, Indiana · Forecast severe thunderstorms, tornado outbreaks, lake-effect snow and extreme winter cold.
Organization: WBTS-CD / NBC10 Boston
Role: Meteorologist
Period: Historical
Details: Boston, Massachusetts
Rise to Fame
Jackie Layer rose to prominence for her role on the television show DC News Now weather forecasts.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes DC News Now weather forecasts, 7News Weather, and ABC57 weather coverage.
Television
- TV Show: DC News Now weather forecasts (Chief Meteorologist, 2026-Present) — Weather forecasts and severe-weather information for the Washington metropolitan area
- TV Show: 7News Weather (Meteorologist, 2018-2022) — Television forecasting for Boston and the surrounding New England region
- TV Show: ABC57 weather coverage (Meteorologist, Before 2018) — Weather coverage for the South Bend, Indiana, television market
Podcasts
- Podcast: The People of Penn State (Interview guest, 2026) — Featured in the July 9, 2026 episode discussing broadcast meteorology and her professional journey
Notable Coverage
- September 2026 nor'easter - DC News Now - 2026 - Forecast gusty winds, clouds and showers associated with a passing nor'easter on September 25, 2026
- Severe weather and tornado outbreaks in northern Indiana - ABC57 - Forecast severe thunderstorms and tornado threats while working in the South Bend television market
- Lake-effect snow and extreme winter cold - ABC57 - Covered lake-effect snow and dangerous winter conditions in northern Indiana
Lesser Known Facts
- Was raised in South Jersey.
- Traces her interest in meteorology to the Blizzard of 1996, which brought substantial snowfall to the Northeast.
- A family vacation coinciding with preparations for Hurricane Charley in 2004 reinforced her interest in weather.
- Enjoys running 5K and 10K races and half marathons.
- Enjoys traveling, exploring outdoors and trying new foods.
- Has discussed the importance of mentoring future meteorologists.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jackie Layer
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Meteorologist
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Place of Birth: New Jersey
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Blonde
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Single
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $51,000–$223,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $341,000–$4,875,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
