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Peter Hall is the meteorologist for Today in Central New York, weekdays 5-7 a.m. and for CNY Central Live, weekdays at noon. Peter is an American Meteorological Society certified meteorologist and joined the CNY Central team in 1995.

Since 1993, Peter has also worked as a meteorologist for the Precision Weather Service, forecasting and broadcasting weather for numerous cities throughout the North America. While he had always wanted to be a meteorologist, Peter discovered his love for broadcast meteorology while in college.

Peter grew up in Merrick, N.Y. and earned his bachelor’s degree in meteorology and atmospheric sciences from Cornell University. Peter enjoys spending time with family and friends. When time allows Peter also like writing music, playing the drums and the guitar. If his lower back allows him, Peter also enjoys basketball and golf.

• Memorable Story: Labor Day Storm
• Memorable Interview: Frankenstein
• Dream Interview: Paul McCartney
• Role Model: My Father
• Why I'm a Meteorologist: I loved forecasting the weather and talking about the weather, so it seemed like a good fit.
• Astrological Sign: Virgo
• Favorite Sports Team: New York Mets
• Favorite Musician or Group: The Beatles
• Favorite TV Shows: Diners, Drive Ins and Dives, Stormchasers
• Favorite Food: Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
• Favorite Destination: Ithaca
• Favorite Restaurants: Alto Cinco's, Aladdin's, Brooklyn Pickle, Pascale's