James Scott is the weekend meteorologist for WCCB, Charlotte’s CW, a position he’s held since June 2019.
Born and raised in Chapel Hill, NC, James attended Carrboro High School and graduated in 2014. After playing a year of prep basketball at Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, VA, he found that college basketball wasn’t in the cards for him and decided to focus on his true passion: meteorology.
James immersed himself in the wide world of weather at North Carolina State University (Go Pack!). He quickly joined the weather broadcast club but struggled at first and was unsure if TV was the right field for him to be in. That all changed, however, after his first internship at WECT in Wilmington, NC. James was taught and inspired by the weather team there, which renewed his passion for broadcast meteorology. The next summer, he interned at KARE in Minneapolis, MN, which only deepened his love for broadcasting. The 18 hours of sunlight per day did mess up his sleeping patterns, however. By the time he graduated, he became the president of the broadcast club at NC State and was ready to become Charlotte’s newest meteorologist.
James is an avid sports watcher, whether it be professional or college. He loves the Miami Heat, Philadelphia Eagles, Boston Red Sox, Carolina Hurricanes, and his beloved NC State Wolfpack. He’s always down for a game of basketball, so message him for a challenge. Give him a like on Facebook and follow him on Twitter @JamesWCCB!
Articles
Scorching Start to Summer
It's Father's Day, but Mother Nature is the one cranking up the heat as we head into the first week of summer.
Fantastic Father’s Day Ahead
A few pop-up storms may develop in the afternoon, but outdoor plans have the green light for Dad's Day.
Fiery Start to Father’s Day Weekend
Charlotte will likely see its hottest afternoon in over nine months this Friday - and next week may get even hotter.
Heat Heightens Into Father’s Day Weekend
Charlotte's first 90° day in over nine months is just around the corner.
Hottest Stretch Of 2024 Ahead
It's been 279 days since Charlotte last cracked 90°. That streak likely ends by Friday.
Wonderful Start to Workweek
Sunday's cold front sweeps out the humidity and rain chances, leaving us with a gorgeous few days ahead.
Splendid Stretch Ahead
A strong storm or two may pop up Sunday evening as a cold front pushes through the Carolinas, but the start of the workweek looks wonderful.
South Charlotte Residents Frustrated With Construction Site Litter
It may look like snow on a 90° day, but it's actually styrofoam - and it's accumulating on sidewalks, parking lots, and storm drains at the intersection of South Boulevard and Scaleybark Road.
Feeling Like June Soon
The heat, humidity, and chances for storms are all on the rise as we head into June's first workweek.
Heat & Humidity Heighten Into Workweek
The Queen City just saw its coldest June morning in five years, but temperatures ramp up from here.
