bKirsty Kirkwood/b has announced she will leave her role as the BBC’s weather presenter in April, after a career that began with the network in 1998. Her 25 years of forecasting have witnessed the transition from analog to digital broadcasts, the expansion into online platforms, and the integration of real‑time weather graphics for audiences across the United Kingdom. The BBC has relied on her steady presence to deliver daily weather updates, a staple segment of morning and evening news programs.

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In a statement released to the public, Kirkwood described the decision as “an absolute privilege” to bring viewers the weather every day. She acknowledged the partnership with the BBC as a formative experience, describing the relationship with the station’s production teams as supportive and collaborative. The announcement came as part of the broadcaster’s broader restructuring of its weather division, which includes the arrival of new presenters and the implementation of a refreshed forecast format.

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The departure marks a significant transition for regular weather listeners; the BBC has confirmed that a new presenter will assume Kirkwood’s duties starting in May. Following her exit, the organization cited a “commitment to maintaining continuity and delivering high‑quality weather reporting.” Viewers and industry insiders have noted Kirkwood’s consistent delivery style and her ability to adapt to evolving media formats, ensuring that her legacy continues to inform the public even after her final broadcast.