Ron Childers

Chief Meteorologist Ron Childers can be seen on WMC Action News 5 weekdays at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. A native Memphian and second generation Mexican-American, Ron's broadcasting career began in Memphis radio in the early 1980s at WRVR, then onto WMC FM 100. In 1989, Ron moved from radio to television as a marketing and promotion producer and part-time weathercaster for WMC Action News 5. In the mid-90s, Ron pursued weather full time and went on to get his Certificate of Broadcast Meteorology from Mississippi State University. Ron's 20 plus years of forecasting experience have included working through some of the most memorable storms to move through the Mid-South. In 2000, Ron was awarded an Emmy for coverage of a winter storm that blanketed the area with snow. In 2005, Ron was honored by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences with an Emmy nomination for Best Weathercast. And in 2010, Ron was again nominated for an Emmy for his weekly weather web chat on wmcationnews5.com. Ron is a member of the American Meteorological Society and holds the prestigious AMS Seal of Approval. He is also a member of the National Weather Association, as well as the local chapter of the AMS/NWA Memphis. Throughout the year, Ron speaks to numerous schools, clubs, and civic groups. He serves as emcee and auctioneer for various fund raisers and he also volunteers his time with several charitable organizations. In 2011, Ron was awarded the Humanitarian of The Year Award from Diversity Memphis for his civic and charitable work in the community. Ron is married to WMC Action News 5 reporter and news anchor Joyce Peterson.

Recent Articles by Ron

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH remains in effect for the Mid-South tonight through Saturday as heavy rain continues. A few strong storms will also be possible overnight followed by a greater threat for severe weather Saturday.

Ron Childers

Published February 22, 2019 at 7:53 PM

A weather system producing heavy rain and flooding Friday will intensify overnight and through the day Saturday to bring a threat for severe storms to the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 22, 2019 at 4:04 PM

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH is in effect for much of the WMC Action News 5 coverage area through Saturday evening as another round of heavy rain and thunderstorms returns to the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 21, 2019 at 7:45 PM

Tracking more rain and a threat for severe storms

The First Alert Weather Team is tracking more rain and the chance for severe storms this weekend.

Ron Childers

Published February 21, 2019 at 5:34 PM

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH will go into effect Thursday afternoon for much of the WMC Action News 5 coverage area and remain in place through Saturday evening as another round of heavy rain and thunderstorms takes aim on the area.

Ron Childers

Published February 20, 2019 at 7:25 PM

Wednesday afternoon, the National Weather Service Office in Memphis issued a FLASH FLOOD WATCH for much of the WMC Action News 5 coverage area and the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 20, 2019 at 4:37 PM

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH remains in effect for the entire WMC Action News 5 coverage area through 6 a.m. Thursday morning as the first of two rounds of heavy rain moves into the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 19, 2019 at 7:40 PM

A FLASH FLOOD WATCH will go into effect for the entire WMC Action News 5 coverage area Tuesday through Wednesday as the first of two rounds of heavy rain moves into the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 18, 2019 at 7:48 PM

A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY is in effect for NE Arkansas and NW Tennessee until 3 AM due to falling temperatures and precipitation moving through the area tonight.

Ron Childers

Published February 15, 2019 at 8:04 PM

A strong southerly flow will make for a windy night and Thursday. It will also lead to increased cloud cover and rain chances.

Ron Childers

Published February 13, 2019 at 8:57 PM

High pressure will provide a nice break from the rain but as a southerly flow returns, rain chances will increase later in the week.

Ron Childers

Published February 12, 2019 at 6:49 PM

Rain will continue overnight with periods of heavy rain at times. Showers should end early Tuesday morning with temperatures falling through the day along with gusty northwest winds

Ron Childers

Published February 11, 2019 at 7:20 PM

A steady stream of Pacific moisture is keeping clouds in place across the Mid-South and will ultimately lead to more rain.

Ron Childers

Published February 8, 2019 at 7:08 PM

Another blast of arctic air invades the Mid-South as rain exits the area this evening. Wind chills Friday morning will be in the low to mid teens as winter reminds us that it isn’t over yet.

Ron Childers

Published February 7, 2019 at 7:06 PM

A steady stream of moisture continues to flow into the Mid-South tonight producing areas of heavy rain in much of Arkansas and West Tennessee with more to come tomorrow.

Ron Childers

Published February 6, 2019 at 7:15 PM

A strong Gulf flow continues across the Mid-South as a cold front lines up to the west bringing more rain to the area followed by cold temperatures to end the week.

Ron Childers

Published February 5, 2019 at 7:18 PM

A strong southerly flow will continue to keep temperatures above average and rain chances in the forecast for the next few days

Ron Childers

Published February 4, 2019 at 7:18 PM

Breakdown: Why the polar vortex created ice quakes

In this episode of the Breakdown, we explain what is causing the booms that people are hearing in the freezing cold temperatures.

Ron Childers

Published February 4, 2019 at 11:44 AM

A strong southerly flow will allow temperatures to continue to rise for the next few days. Rain chances are slim for now but will increase next week with a series of fronts entering the Mid-South.

Ron Childers

Published February 1, 2019 at 6:57 PM

High pressure along the Mid-Atlantic states brings the return of south winds and warmer temperatures to the Mid-South, but it also brings a significant amount of Gulf moisture too.