Horizon Weather

Horizon Weather is the global weather service department of Horizon, Inc., responsible for its comprehensive coverage and innovative approach to meteorology, and the preparation and broadcasting of weather forecasts. 
Horizon Weather operates as a standalone channel, offering round-the-clock weather updates, live reports, and in-depth climate analysis. National news programs such as “Horizon Mornings” and “Horizon News Tonight” feature Horizon Weather updates, as well as Horizon News O&O local newscasts, which integrate Horizon Weather segments, delivering tailored forecasts that focus on the weather’s impact on the local community.
Horizon Weather’s digital presence is robust, with its website serving as an online portal for weather news, while the Horizon Superapp offers a mobile-friendly experience with interactive features and personalized alerts.
== History ==
In 2019, Horizon, Inc. identified the need for a specialized weather service that could leverage the latest technological advancements to provide accurate and personalized weather reporting. To spearhead this initiative, the company tapped into the expertise of a renowned figure in the field of meteorology.
David Murphy, a retired meteorologist with over three decades of experience in weather broadcasting, was chosen to lead Horizon Weather as its President. Murphy’s extensive background in meteorology and his passion for innovation made him the ideal candidate to guide Horizon Weather’s strategic direction and growth.
Under Murphy’s leadership, Horizon Weather began its journey with a soft launch of its digital content in late 2019. The digital platform was designed to offer real-time weather updates, forecasts, and analyses, catering to the needs of a diverse online audience.
In 2020, as the Horizon network and Horizon News launched, Horizon Weather expanded its brand on the air via these platforms to provide weather forecasting. The success of the digital platform and on-air segments laid the groundwork for Horizon Weather’s formal launch as a dedicated weather channel and a full brand in 2021. The channel quickly gained popularity for its unique presentation style and the depth of its weather coverage.
Since its launch, Horizon Weather has continued to expand its reach and services. The division has introduced several innovative features, such as interactive and AR weather maps and customizable forecasts, which have set new standards in weather reporting, that has been featured on the channel and the Horizon News division.
== Presentation and Technology ==
Horizon Weather provides a user-friendly presentation utilizing the Horizon design language, known as "Urban Slate". The presentation of every Horizon segment begins with a seasonal “Transparent Weather” that greets viewers with a snapshot of the current climatic conditions. Weather forecast features advanced moving graphics that vividly depict weather patterns, utilizing high-resolution data for a realistic representation. Customizable forecasts are included to allow users to focus on specific areas, both on television and online platforms, for a more detailed outlook. The forecast amounts to 7-days that is accessible through television and streaming. An extended 14-day hourly forecast available online and on the Horizon Superapp.
In addition to its existing features, Horizon Weather is constantly evolving, introducing new technologies and services such as:
* Interactive 3D Weather Maps: Utilizing augmented reality, viewers can explore weather patterns in a three-dimensional space, gaining an immersive understanding of the forecast.
* Personalized Weather Alerts: Users can subscribe to personalized alerts that notify them of significant weather changes relevant to their exact location.
* Climate Trend Analysis: Leveraging big data analytics, Horizon Weather provides insights into long-term climate trends, helping viewers understand potential future weather scenarios.
* Eco-Friendly Weather Reporting: Emphasizing sustainability, Horizon Weather incorporates eco-friendly practices in its operations and promotes awareness of environmental impacts through its reporting.
== Local Weather Now ==
Local Weather Now is an interactive segment featured on the Horizon Weather channel, designed to deliver the latest weather conditions, airing every 8 minutes past the hour. 
Local Weather Now integrates Horizon Weather’s proprietary Sunrise Weatherslate systems and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide personalized weather forecasts for local viewing areas, ensuring that viewers receive information that is directly relevant to their region, and process weather data in real-time for up-to-the-minute weather conditions. All of which is viewable via cable and satellite providers, and Horizon Weather's streaming platforms, including Horizon, YouTube TV, fuboTV, DIRECTV, etc. Horizon Weather is the first weather platform to also offer this interactive feature to live free ad-supported television services (FAST), on The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, and XUMO Play.
Non distribution partners of Horizon Weather just receive a national version of Local Weather Now with a snapshot of weather conditions across the country.
== Programs ==
Horizon Weather U.S. schedule
Time 	Program 	Description
6:00AM 	Horizon Weather: Morning Edition	Kickstart your day with a concise national weather overview and live beautiful sunrise footages from different U.S. ciites each day.
9:00AM 	Day Planner 	Detailed weather forecasts from coast-to-coast to help viewers plan their day.
11:00 AM	Weather on the Move 	Covering weather conditions and traveling, featuring live traffic cams and airport weather reports.
12:00PM 	Horizon Weather Now 	Midday national forecast with live coverage of ongoing weather events and video updates from affected areas.
2:00PM 	Severe Weather Watch 	Tracking storms, potential severe weather, and providing live reports, featuring storm chaser videos and interviews with meteorologists in the field. Plus, expert analysis and safety tips.
4:00PM 	Horizon Weather Now 	Preparing viewers for the evening ahead with weather forecasts, including live satellite and radar imagery.
7:00PM 	Horizon Weather: Evening Edition	Comprehensive coverage of the day's weather, with full forecast updates for tomorrow and beyond. Plus, video reports from regions experiencing significant weather events, and coverage on climate change and weather impacts.
10:00PM 	Weather Wrap-Up 	A final update on the night's weather, including video recaps of the day's most impactful weather events.
11:00PM 	Horizon Weather: In-Depth 	A deeper look into the science behind the day's weather, featuring video explainers and expert commentary.
12:00AM 	Horizon Weather Overnight 	Continuous loop of live radar imagery, interspersed with live video of U.S. cities.
== Staff team ==
=== United States ===
* David Murphy; President of Weather and Climate Department, Chief Meteorologist
* Sheri Spear; Chief Meteorologist; Weather Anchor, Horizon Mornings
* Cindy Preszler
* KC Sherman
* Bonnie Schneider
* Pete Bouchard
* J. C. Monahan 
* Bri Eggers
* Wren Clair
* Danielle Gersh
* David Bernard
* Dr. Marshall Shepherd
* Maria LaRosa
* Tom Niziol
* Liana Brackett
* Tevin Wooten
* Elita Loresca
* Matthew Cappucci
* Betty Davis
* Lyra O'Brien
* Kristen Cornett
* Cindy Preszler
* Cecily Tynan
* Michael Hill
* Phil Ferro
* Brent Cameron
* Matt Noyes
* Zack Green
=== Canada ===
* David Phillips
* Erin Wenckstern
* Dayna Vettese
* Michael Carter
* Tyler Hamilton
* Chris Murphy
* Tamara Taggart
* Colleen Jones
* Mark Robinson
=== United Kingdom ===
* Darren Bett
* Stav Danaos
* Chris Fawkes
* Sarah Keith-Lucas
* Simon King
* Carol Kirkwood
* Louise Lear
* Amanda Houston
* Becky Mantin
* Ross Hutchinson
* Alex Beresford
=== France ===
* Anaïs Baydemir
* Évelyne Dhéliat
* Christine Kelly
* Alex Goude
* Laurent Romejko
* Nathalie Rihouet
* Sandra Lou
* Alexandra Blanc
* Philippe Verdie
=== Australia ===
* Daniel Gibson
* David Brown
* Xavier Minniecon
* Angela Tsun
* Belinda Russell
* Jaynie Seal
* Jane Bunn
* Scherri-Lee Biggs
* Magdalena Roze
* Sam Mac
* Tim Bailey 
Category:English-language television channels
Category:Weather Networks
Category:United States
Category:2019
Category:2021
Category:Worldwide
Category:Horizon Weather