Ryan Stinnett Biography
Ryan Stinnett is an American Anchor, Reporter, Meteorologist, and Multimedia Journalist working for WGXA serving as a Chief Meteorologist. He has been working for the station since May 2023 after working for WPMI-NBC15 in Mobile, Alabama.
Ryan Stinnett Age
Stinnett 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.
Ryan Stinnett Height
Stinnett stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Ryan Stinnett Family
Stinnett has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight hence he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also not known if Stinnett has any siblings.
Ryan Stinnett Wife
Stinnett is very private about his personal life therefore it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of Stinnett being in any past relationship with anyone.
Ryan Stinnett’s Net Worth
Stinnett has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million-$5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Chief Meteorologist.
Ryan Stinnett Salary
Stinnett earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Ryan Stinnett Education
Stinnett attended the University of South Alabama, where he earned his B.S. in Meteorology. During his time there, he experienced several hurricanes, including Hurricane Ivan in 2004 and the active hurricane season of 2005, facing storms like Arlene, Cindy, Dennis, Katrina, and Rita firsthand. He also ventured to the Great Plains for storm chasing during his college years. Following his undergraduate studies, Ryan pursued an M.S. in Broadcast Meteorology from Mississippi State University, where he was part of the three-time National Champion Forecasting team.
Ryan Stinnett Career
Stinnett joined WGXA-TV in May 2023, transitioning from his previous role at WPMI-NBC15 in Mobile, Alabama. Before Mobile, he served as the morning meteorologist in Montgomery, Alabama, at the Alabama News Network (CBS 8/ABC 32) for eight years, covering various severe weather events, tropical systems, and occasional winter weather occurrences. Ryan is a native of Alabama and grew up near Birmingham.
He won the tournament championship for the top forecaster of the 2010-2011 school year, surpassing competitors from renowned institutions such as the University of Georgia, MIT, and Penn State. Additionally, he actively chased storms during significant weather events, including the devastating tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011.
Throughout his career, Ryan had the privilege of working alongside esteemed meteorologists like James Spann, Alan Sealls, and Rich Thomas, who greatly influenced his weather delivery and communication style. Ryan holds a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal (CBM) from the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and is a member of the National Weather Association (NWA).
Ryan is Thrilled to call Middle Georgia home and is dedicated to serving the community and engaging with viewers. He is enthusiastic about discussing weather topics and welcomes opportunities to speak at various events. Furthermore, he has a passion for barbecue and eagerly seeks recommendations for the best barbecue spots in Georgia.
Ryan Stinnett WGXA
Stinnett is working at WGXA alongside other famous WGXA meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Greg Loyd
- Gary Thigpen
- Ryan Marando
- Angela Brown
- Brittany Miller
- Gloria Ruth Finney
Ryan Stinnett Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.