Derek Kevra
Michigan is my home and I am a local boy through and through: born and raised in Livonia, I attended Stevenson High School, Riley Middle School and Coolidge Elementary. Being able to forecast for the region I grew up in is a dream come true.
I received my Meteorology degree from the Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Sciences department of the University of Michigan. In 2012, I was awarded the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal from the American Meteorological Society.
According to the AMS, the seal represents that, "the holder meets specific educational and experience criteria and has passed rigorous testing in their knowledge and communication of meteorology and related sciences needed to be an effective broadcast meteorologist." I am honored to have won multiple Emmys for Best Weathercast in Michigan by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
After interning at Fox 2 News my career started at KDRV in Medford, OR as their morning meteorologist. Two years later I jumped to New Orleans, where I worked at WWL-TV. Studying Tropical Meteorology in school helped prepare me for the extensive severe weather coverage we had during hurricane season. In 2012, Hurricane Isaac made landfall less than 100 miles south of New Orleans and we were on air 24 hours a day for 5 straight days. It was definitely an event that showed me the true power of Mother Nature.
There is no place I'd rather be than back home in Metro Detroit at Fox 2 News. Outside of work my wife and I are kept busy with our 2 kids (and dog) and love traveling Up North. Life is good!
The latest from Derek Kevra
Metro Detroit weather: Mild stretch, some rain to start the week
Enjoy the mild stretch ahead before everything changes by the middle of the week!
Metro Detroit weather: Feeling more like fall as chillier air settles in
Chillier weather is here - temperatures will be in the mid and upper 40s for the majority of the afternoon, perhaps briefly touching a high of 50°.
Michigan winter 2024-2025 outlook: What we can expect from La Niña
Winter is on its way! Here's our preview of how La Niña will impact Detroit and Michigan this winter.
Metro Detroit weather: Record-setting heat possible Tuesday and Wednesday
The heat cranks up today and tomorrow, with forecasted temperatures that would break records set in 1999.
Halloween weather forecast: What to expect for trick-or-treating in Metro Detroit
We’re only nine days away and many people are asking: “Will the Halloween weather be a trick or treat this year??!" After last year’s frightful surprise, it’s a fair question. Here's what to expect in Metro Detroit:
Metro Detroit weather: More summer-like weather before temps dip
The fall colors are nearly peaking for us as we continue to deal with summer-like temperatures.
Michigan Northern Lights: Why the aurora has been visible so much lately
It seems like Michigan has flipped from "I never get to see the Northern Lights" to "Hey they’re here!" so quickly. Why? The answer lies in Outer Space.
Metro Detroit weather: Some rain possible to start October
As we kick off a brand-new month, we will see some changes in our forecast, including rain and cooler temps.
Fall weather pattern continues in Metro Detroit with clouds, rain
The fall pattern continues today as we remain in the lower '70s with clouds and rain showers.
New week means new weather pattern after weeks of heat, dry conditions in Metro Detroit
A new week, a brand new forecast set-up around here as things finally change from our consistent but stagnant warm pattern.