Pete Bouchard joined the NBC 10 Boston and necn family in January of 2016, and broadcasts weekday evenings.
He’s been a familiar face to much of Southern New England over the past 13 years as the former senior meteorologist at WHDH in Boston.
Pete studied meteorology at one of first colleges in the country to offer a concentration in broadcast meteorology - Lyndon State College in Vermont.
His television career had humble roots in the basement of a motel in White River Junction, Vermont, where WNNE-TV was housed at the time. His next stops were WMTW in Portland, Maine, WVII in Bangor, Maine, WGME in Portland, Maine, and then on to Fox 25 in Boston.
The search for a television home didn’t end there though. He returned to Portland to work at Fox 51 with his wife as anchor before moving to WHDH in Boston in 2002.
All along the way, he gained experience across all of New England’s microclimates, visited countless schools (where some of the students went onto become interns of his), civic organizations and donated time to dozens of charities.
Pete has received numerous accolades in his long career from the Associated Press, Maine Association of Broadcasters, two Emmy nominations and three Best of Boston awards.
In his spare time, he embarrasses himself on the guitar and likes making sawdust in his workshop.
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Breezy and mild Wednesday, with evening rain showers
We’ll see a mini warmup Wednesday, but it will be fleeting. Breezes make it feel chilly, and the sun will dart in and out of the clouds. Things get a little bumpy as we move through the evening and a vigorous cold front approaches. The front is supported by some strong wind and lots of lift in the upper...
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First day of spring starts off cool and breezy
We’re in a fast weather flow now. Systems will be zipping by like it’s winter — not the first day of spring. And it may feel like it by Thursday morning. We’re seeing breezes Tuesday, and cooler temperatures overall. Upper 40s should take the cake, with a small wind chill factor. Good thing the sun feels warm this time...
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‘Where's the snow?' See the data behind the forecast and why the storm's track changed
“Weather is unpredictable.” “If you don’t like the weather in New England, wait five minutes.” “If you lived here long enough, you know not to trust the forecast.” Sure, there are some partial truths in there, but generally, the weather forecast is both trustworthy and based in solid science. In this age, that could be construed as blasphemous — or…
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Warming trend starts Thursday but a storm is brewing next week
We’re entering the warmup phase of this evolving pattern. Highs don’t soar — yet. We’re complicating things with an onshore breeze Thursday, so even though we see plenty of sun, we’ll still “settle” for the low 40s. Mid-40s are in play, however away from the coast. That massive rain and windstorm that hobbled California a couple of days ago...
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Winter storm this weekend: Cold air sets the stage for Sunday snow
While all the focus is on the weekend forecast, it’s hard not to stomp all over the peace and quiet in the coming days. Wednesday is case in point. Still plenty of sun — along with a few clouds from time to time. High temperatures get a little boost, as we aim for mid-40s in most spots. We’ll hold...
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Fog Wednesday morning, staying mild with afternoon rain
Another foggy start, so take it slow and easy on the roads Wednesday morning. In many respects, this kind of travel is more treacherous than snow. Visibility in some spots is merely a few hundred feet in this thick soup. Even better, if you can delay travel, it would be even better. Sky conditions will improve late Wednesday morning and…
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Another cold start Friday but less wind, milder weekend ahead
The weather remains quiet for the time being, but we’re starting fairly cold Friday. Our recovery won’t be all that dazzling, but most spots will make it above freezing by afternoon. Not as cold — but still chilly — Friday night as the center of high pressure moves offshore. We’ll bounce back to the 40s in the afternoon Saturday...
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It's a breezy Thursday with lots of sunshine
Winter officially arrives at 10:27 p.m. Thursday but so far, the climatological winter (December, January and February) has been pretty tame (and very wet). While we may see an interruption in that by the new year, it’s obvious we won’t be seeing a white Christmas. Again. Temperatures are on the downturn Thursday and Friday. Highs will just make it...
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Lingering clouds and showers will give way to a sunny, dry Tuesday
We’re still picking up the pieces from Monday’s storm, but at least we’re doing it in the sun and the not-so-cold 40s. If you’re not waking to bright skies Tuesday morning, it’s for good reason. The upper-level storm center is moving through, and it will hold the clouds in some communities while showering the Cape with rain for a...
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FIRST ALERT: Storm's heavy rain, strong winds peaking for commute (live radar)
A storm is slamming New England Monday morning, and the worst of it is sweeping through during the first half of the day. A flash flood warning is in place for parts of western Maine until 2 p.m. and in southern Connecticut until 10:30 a.m. See all weather alerts in your area here, and check school closings here. Downpours will…
