Quick Info
| Profession | Meteorologist, On-Air Personality |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/02/1964 |
| Age | 62 years |
| Birthplace | Beacon Falls, Connecticut, USA |
Latest News about Jim Cantore
Jim Cantore appeared on TODAY to reflect on 40 years with The Weather Channel, highlighting the longevity of his career and his role as one of the network’s best-known meteorologists. The segment focused on his decades of storm coverage and his lasting impact on weather broadcasting.
Cantore reported from Manhattan as a major winter storm threatened New York City and the broader Mid-Atlantic with heavy snow, freezing rain, and extreme cold. Coverage emphasized difficult travel conditions and the lingering impact of the cold on melting and recovery efforts.
Jim Cantore warned that a severe ice storm could bring dangerous ice accumulation and prolonged power outages across several Deep South and Eastern states. Forecasts highlighted especially hazardous conditions in Louisiana and Mississippi, with the storm posing risks to millions.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | James D. Cantore |
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| Description | American award-winning meteorologist best known as an on-air personality for The Weather Channel, serving as an On-Camera Meteorologist and Co-Host of AMHQ |
| Notable For | The Jim Cantore effect, covering major hurricanes including Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Ian |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 feet 7 inches |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Lyndon State College |
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| Graduation Year | 1986 |
| Degree | Meteorology |
Personal Life
| Interests | Weather, family |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Previous Spouse | Tamra Zinn |
| Marriage Year | 1990 |
| Divorce Year | 2009 |
Family
| Children |
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Career
| Current Employer | The Weather Channel |
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| Start Year | 1986 |
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| Salary | $40,000 – $110,500 annually |
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
Style Quotient
| Signature Look | Rain gear and hard hat during storm coverage |
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| Public Image | Iconic, fearless storm chaser |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/jimcantore/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His former wife Tamra Zinn has Parkinson’s disease | |
| 2. Both of his children have Fragile X syndrome | |
| 3. He was hit by a flying tree branch while covering Hurricane Ian in September 2022 | |
| 4. He has over 290,000 followers on Instagram | |
| 5. He is known for the 'Jim Cantore effect,' where his presence signals severe weather to the public |