Bill Walsh Biography
Bill Walsh is an American Meteorologist working for WCSC, serving as the chief meteorologist. He has been working for the station since June 1993, after working for WCIV as the chief meteorologist for 6 years.
Bill Walsh Age
Walsh was born on October 7th, but has not disclosed the year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 50s, judging from his appearance. Walsh celebrates his birthday on October 7th. On October 7, 2024, WCSC posted him on their Facebook account and captioned “Happy Birthday to Live 5’s Chief Meteorologist…Walsh – Live 5 News !!!”
Bill Walsh Height
Walsh stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Bill Walsh Family
Walsh has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also unknown if Walsh has any siblings.
Bill Walsh Wife
Walsh married Janet in June 1990. On June 2, 2025, he posted their wedding photo on his Facebook account and captioned it“Happy Anniversary to Mrs W who put up with me for 35 years. Ily … especially on Wednesdays.”
The couple has 2 children, Amy and Frank. Frank was born on December 3, 1995, and is 30 years old as of 2025. On December 3, 2025, he posted Frank on his Facebook account and captioned “Help me say happy birthday to our son Frank!!! The big 30 today!! So proud of him everyday.”
Amy is a jeweler and gemologist who celebrates her birthday on October 2nd. On October 2, 2025, Walsh posted a photo of himself and Amy on his Facebook account and captioned “Help me say Happy Birthday to our daughter and incredible jeweler/gemologist Amy!!! You go! So proud of you.” Tom Clancy’s Executive Orders is his favorite book, while The Firm, Midnight Run, Midway, and Strategic Air Command are his favorite movies.
Bill Walsh Net Worth
Walsh has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as a meteorologist.
Bill Walsh Salary
Walsh earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Bill Walsh Education
Walsh joined Emerson College in Boston after compelting his high school education. In 1986, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications. He also received his Meteorology degree from Lyndon State College/MSU Operational Meteorology program.
Walsh obtained his Master’s degree in Military Operational Art and Science National Security Studies from the United States Air Force Air University in December 2010. He is working on his Master’s Degree in Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences.
Bill Walsh Career
Walsh is working for WCSC, serving as the chief meteorologist, a position he has held for over 25 years. He loves the Lowcountry’s people and the mild weather. He has the American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval and the National Weather Association Seal of Approval. Also, he is involved with both organizations.
Before joining the Live 5 First Alert Weather team, he worked as the chief meteorologist for WCIV for 6 years. He spent 2 years as a staff meteorologist at WLNE-TV 6 in Providence. He also served Rollins New England Cable NEWSVISION 2 as a staff meteorologist for 1 and a 1/2 years. Additionally, he worked as a contributor for The Weather Channel & CBS’s This Morning.
During his career, Walsh has received several awards, including 2 Emmys and 5 Telly Awards. He has also received the Associated Press Best Weathercaster Award. Some of his most interesting assignments include hurricanes in general, Naval deployment to Bulgaria, Hurricane Hugo, Air Force deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as news assignments to South America, Israel, and Italy.
Walsh was a Lt. Colonel, 315th Airlift Wing, Charleston AFB, USAF Reserve in the United States Special Operations Command from 1993 to 2017. While in the army, he earned the U.S. Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the US Air Force Air Force Achievement Medal, 2 US Air Force Meritorious Service Medals, the US Air Force Air Force Commendation Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, and the US Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
Besides his broadcasting work, Walsh has authored The Umbrella Option and Red Carpet Ransom. He is also a United States Coast Guard and a Licensed Boat Captain.
Walsh served as an executive board member of Ronald McDonald House Charities. He has also been involved with the Project Impact (Community Hurricane Planning), Big Brothers/Big Sisters program, Veterans’ Hospital, Datastreme, Teacher Educational Project, Kids’ Fair, Live 5 Weather Class in the schools, Civil Air Patrol, and the US Naval Reserve.
Bill Walsh Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 86K followers on Facebook, over 6K on Instagram, and over 12K on X.