14 Weather forecaster jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Weather Forecaster Jobs in 2026

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To become a weather forecaster, you will need a bachelor’s degree, preferably in atmospheric sciences or meteorology. However, the required qualifications will vary from company to company, as some on-air forecasters simply take data compiled by meteorologists and present it in a more audience-friendly manner. For these broadcasts, employers may look for forecasters with experience as a model, actor, or any career that takes place in front of a camera. Despite this trend in the field, a degree in meteorology, coupled with excellent public speaking skills, is still the best way to become a weather forecaster.

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Top Types Of Weather Forecaster Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Weather Forecaster positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Meteorology

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Meteorology is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Meteorology jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Meteorology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Work From Home Meteorologist Weather Forecaster

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Work From Home Meteorologist Weather Forecaster is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Work From Home Meteorologist Weather Forecaster jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Work From Home Meteorologist Weather Forecaster job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Weather Forecasting

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Weather Forecasting is a common job search query. Most salaries for Weather Forecasting jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Weather Forecasting job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Operational Meteorologist

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Operational Meteorologist is a common job search query. Most salaries for Operational Meteorologist jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Operational Meteorologist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Weather Service Meteorologist

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Weather Service Meteorologist is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Weather Service Meteorologist jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Weather Service Meteorologist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Remote Meteorology

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Remote Meteorology is a common job search query. Most salaries for Remote Meteorology jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are lots of open positions nationwide for Remote Meteorology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Energy Meteorology

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Energy Meteorology is a typical job search query Most salaries for Energy Meteorology jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Energy Meteorology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Remote Meteorologist

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Remote Meteorologist is a common job search query. Most salaries for Remote Meteorologist jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Remote Meteorologist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Private Sector Meteorology

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    Private Sector Meteorology is a typical job search query Most salaries for Private Sector Meteorology jobs pay between $98,500 (25th percentile) and $98,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Private Sector Meteorology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Entry Level Meteorologist

    Salary range: $98,500 - $98,500

    As an entry-level meteorologist, your job is to analyze meteorology data to forecast the weather, explain your prediction to the public, and conduct research to explain the numerical difference between current projections and past weather data. Entry-level meteorologists often develop content and graphics for television, websites, and social media, participate in public appearances, coordinate segments with producers, and determine which weather content is relevant to breaking news and everyday situations. This is an entry-level position, so it often involves working under a senior-level meteorologist to develop your skills. Most entry-level meteorologists work for local news stations, but you can also find work with research institutions, universities, and other scientific groups.