Dave Rexroth Biography
Dave Rexroth is an American Meteorologist working for WXYZ, serving as the chief meteorologist since August 2010. He joined the team as a meteorologist for Channel 7’s “Action News This Morning” and “Action News at Noon” in 2000.
Dave Rexroth Age
Rexroth likes to keep his personal life private; hence, he has not disclosed the date, month, or year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 40s, judging from his appearance.
Dave Rexroth Height
Rexroth stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Dave Rexroth Family
Rexroth 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 Rexroth has any siblings.
Dave Rexroth Wife
Rexroth married Deborah on July 13, 1991. The couple lives in Oakland County. On July 13, 2016, WXYZ posted their wedding photo on their Facebook account and captioned “Congratulations to Chief Meteorologist Dave Rexroth and his wife Deborah who are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary today!” He is an ardent sports fan who enjoys living and working in the town of the Pistons, the Red Wings, the Lions, and the Tigers.
Dave Rexroth Net Worth
Rexroth has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as a Meteorologist.
Dave Rexroth Salary
Rexroth earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Dave Rexroth WXYZ
Rexroth is working at WXYZ alongside other famous WXYZ meteorologists, anchors, and reporters, including;
- Glenda Lewis
- Alicia Smith
- Keenan Smith
- Mike Duffy
- Hally Vogel
- Mike Taylor
- Ali Hoxie
- Brad Galli
- Peter Maxwell
- Simon Shaykhet
Dave Rexroth Education
Rexroth joined Luther College in Iowa after completing his high school education. He later received his Bachelor’s degree and went to the University of Chicago, where he obtained his Master’s degree in Meteorology. While working on his Master’s, he studied under Ted Fujita of the recognized F-Scale for tornado strength.
Dave Rexroth Career
Rexroth has been working for WXYZ, serving as the chief meteorologist since August 2010. In this role, he forecasts on the 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. newscasts. Additionally, shhe delivers the most recent weather updates and forecasts for all of southeast Michigan.
Rexroth brings an engaging smile and a unique brand of humor to his forecasts, as he enjoys laughing and is always looking for humor in most situations. However, he ensures that his viewers are protected and informed during severe weather.
Rexroth has worked as a forecaster for over 3 decades. He has spent the last 24 years at WXYZ. He initially joined the WXYZ team as a meteorologist for Channel 7’s “Action News this Morning” and “Action News at Noon.”
Before moving to Michigan, Rexroth worked for WFOR-TV in Miami as the evening meteorologist for three years. During his time in Miami, he broadcast Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Harvey. He worked at WRGB in Albany, New York, before moving to Miami. He started his career at WOI in Des Moines, Iowa.
Rexroth has done the weather for national TV shows like Good Morning America, Sunday, and CBS News Saturday Morning. He received the MAB Best Weather Award in 2007 and 2008.
Dave Rexroth Eye/Accident
Rexroth lost sight in his left eye in a fireworks accident on the Fourth of July in 2014. At the time, he was on vacation with his family in Iowa when a box of repeater mortars misfired when he went to check on it. The firework exploded in his face, leading to lacerations and irreparable damage to his left eye. He underwent surgery and now wears a prosthetic eye. He returned to work in September 2014 and uses his experience to increase awareness about fireworks safety.
Dave Rexroth Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Facebook and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 38K followers on Facebook and over 20K on X.