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Ron Smiley

Since June 2015, Ron Smiley has been giving a local and hopefully bright outlook on the day in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

Born a Texan, Ron grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, after his dad retired from the Air Force. He often times says that if he can grow up under a drill sergeants roof, than he can take anything that life can throw at him.

After graduating from Little Rock Catholic High, Ron pursued his degree at Arkansas Tech University. He has two children.

Before arriving in Pittsburgh, Ron worked in Mississippi and Arkansas along with most recently New Orleans and Indianapolis. He says that his love for the weather developed at a young age as he loved to hang out in the garden and talk clouds with his neighbor Mr. Mike, an employee at the National Weather Service. Ron is a member of the American Meteorological Society and has been rewarded his AMS seal.

In Ron's free time, he loves to cook and explore with his family. You may catch him out and about on a Saturday morning running for a good cause or hanging with his family at a local park or museum. Ron also loves to bike, even though he admits it's a lot more challenging with Pennsylvania hills.

Pittsburgh Weather: Pleasant with an isolated afternoon rain chance

The stretch of no rain will come to an end sooner rather than later.

Oct 12, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Tuesday to be pleasant, close to seasonal average

Western Pennsylvania certainly could use some rain.

Oct 10, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Most of Monday will be cool & dry with afternoon showers for some

While we won't see any type of rain, the temperatures are still cool!

Oct 9, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Scattered rain showers with most seeing around a quarter inch of rain

If you enjoyed the "bonus summer" it's coming to an end.

Oct 6, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Last 80-degree day for a while

If you've been enjoying the 80-degree days, they're coming to an end.

Oct 5, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Another hot one on Wednesday

The warm October start continues today with similar temperatures.

Oct 4, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Another fantastic day expected

We will truly be making an about-face this weekend with our weather.

Oct 3, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Chamber of Commerce conditions stick around through Thursday

Sunny skies will be around after patchy fog clears out by 10 a.m.

Oct 2, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Unsettled weather pattern comes to an end Friday morning

We'll see some seasonal temperatures and sunshine this weekend!

Sep 29, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: While low, there's a chance for rain today

While we'll still have pleasant conditions, we could see some light rain.

Sep 28, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Unsettled weather sticks around for another day

It's going to be another day with cloudy skies with some breaks in the afternoon.

Sep 27, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Temperatures in the 60's for Western Pa.'s 'Equal Day'

Morning conditions will be cloudy with some pockets of drizzle in spots.

Sep 26, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: It's going to be a while before the next rain chance arrives

We're in for a stellar afternoon with sunshine and warmer temperatures!

Sep 20, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: A pleasant week of nice weather ahead

We certainly could use some rain, but there is little to no rain in the forecast over the next week.

Sep 19, 2023

Pittsburgh Weather: Cool temperatures for Monday night Steelers game

Highs today should be near 70° with morning lows down near 50°.

Sep 18, 2023