Candace Campos

Chief Meteorologist

Candace joined WKMG-TV in 2015 and most recently has led the New 6 Pinpoint Accurate Weather Team on News 6 Mornings and on News 6 at Noon. 

Promoted to Chief Meteorologist in 2024, Candace will continue to be Central Florida’s Morning Meteorologist.

Born and raised in raised in South Florida, her experience with Hurricane Andrew sparked her desire to become a meteorologist and continues to be the driving force behind her goal to inform, educate and empower her viewers on all aspects of weather. A graduate of Florida International University, she earned her bachelor's degree in meteorology and graduated magna cum laude. Candace has earned her NWA seal and is a member of the American Meteorological Society, and the National Weather Association. In 2023 Candace joined the morning news team that consists of Bridgett Ellison, Crystal Moyer, and Trooper Steve Montiero. 

In addition to her responsibilities on television, you can catch Candace’s forecasts at your fingertips on clickorlando.com, News 6+ and the News 6 Weather and News 6 Hurricane apps. 

You can also watch her podcast Florida Foodie, which she co-hosts with News 6 anchor Lisa Bell, streaming now on News 6+. 
During her down time, she enjoys spending family time with her husband and two daughters. Along with her love of weather, she enjoys the outdoors, photography, scrapbooking and baking homemade goodies. 

“I continue to be excited about sharing weather information with our neighbors. I look forward to helping families plan their day and keeping them alerted to our ever-changing weather on their phones, tablets and TVs. I also enjoy hearing from you, so please connect with me on Facebook: CandaceCamposNews6 or Instagram: CandaceCamposWKMG. After all, I am your Chief Meteorologist.” 

Favorite Restaurant: Kabooki Sushi
Favorite Food: Cuban, Sushi, BBQ, and Fruits
Favorite Genre Of Music: Anything I can dance to!
Favorite Musical Group/Singer: Can't decide!
Favorite App: PBS Kids (it's a sanity saver with kids)
Favorite Sport: Football and Soccer
Favorite Team: Miami Dolphins, Oregon Ducks
Favorite Movie Genre:  War Films, iconic 90s 
TV Show: Anything Binge worthy
Favorite Quote: “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain – Vivian Greene
Place You Would Love To Visit: Ireland, Switzerland, and Japan
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