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Peta Sheerwood

Meteorologist

Peta Sheerwood's profile
Growing up in South Florida, Peta Sherwood was intrigued by the ever-changing weather, including sea breeze storms and the development of tropical systems.

Her passion for weather storytelling grew, leading her to gain a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication News with a minor in Geography from the University of Florida while obtaining a certificate in Meteorology and Climatology. She then received her Master of Science in Geoscience from Mississippi State University. 

Her journey took her far from the familiar coast of Miami to the heart of the Midwest – Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska. Treading into a new world of blizzards and braving severe storms, including tornadoes, Peta gained an in-depth understanding of convective complex storm systems. Peta then worked with WRAL News in Raleigh, North Carolina. The active weather patterns across the South provided new experiences, including tracking hurricanes.

Peta is eager to share her knowledge with the community that shaped her into the meteorologist she is today.
LATEST CONTRIBUTIONS
Sep. 13: Storms ease, but hot and stormy weather returns Monday

Sep. 13: Storms ease, but hot and stormy weather returns Monday

After a round of stormy weather, we will continue to gradually dry out. Tonight, we will keep a few clouds around, with lows falling into the upper 70s. Monday will feature hot temperatures once again, with highs topping out in the lower 90s. Sea breeze showers and storms will ramp up in the afternoon. While the bulk of the rain will set up inland, storms cannot be ruled out across some of our western neighborhoods.

Aug. 15: Saharan dust, heat to keep South Florida hot and dry this week

Aug. 15: Saharan dust, heat to keep South Florida hot and dry this week

Saharan dust continues to overwhelm South Florida, suppressing rainfall and promoting hot temperatures. Temperatures are set to sizzle yet again Sunday. Highs will reach the lower 90s, with feels-like temperatures up to 105 degrees. A very small chance of a few showers cannot be ruled out for our western communities, with the rest of the region remaining dry.