Former BBC weather presenter Jay Wynne has passed away at the age of 56 following a long-term illness, his family confirmed on September 12, 2025.

Tributes Pour In

Wynne, who joined BBC Weather in October 2000, was a familiar face on BBC News at Ten. His brother Matthew paid tribute, stating, “Jay had a gift for gentle clarity, making his forecasts for sometimes complex weather systems feel accessible and engaging.”

Matthew added, “We will miss his wisdom, generosity and dry sense of humour.”
Prior to his meteorology career, he studied Civil Engineering but left the course after two years. Wynne also spent three years as a technician on a North Sea offshore oil rig before returning to university to focus on Environmental Geography.

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The BBC presenter received extensive training at Metropolitan Police Office, which included a six-month secondment at RAF Northolt and lasted a total of 14 months.

Family’s Confirmation

Wynne’s family shared the news of his death with BBC News, leaving a legacy of dedication and passion for weather forecasting.

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