Biography of Mike Wankum
Mike Wankum is an award-winning American meteorologist who has currently been working as a weekday weather reporter for the WCVB storm team since 2006. He is known for providing the latest weather updates at around 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm. Wankum also hosts The 10 O’clock News on MeTV Boston as his additional work. Prior to Channel 5 Mike worked at other news stations such as WTVR in Richmond where he was chief meteorologist. He even rose to become chief meteorologist for the Iowa-based KTIV News. To date, Mike has won sixteen regional Emmy Awards for his incredible weather coverage over the years since the early 2000s.
Wankum is an Iowa native who traveled across the United States to fulfill his dream as a weather reporter and meteorologist. He grew up in a middle-class Native American family with both parents present throughout his life well into adulthood. Mike finished high school at a local public school situated in his hometown in the early 1970’s. He then graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology from Creighton University. He then decided to receive his Masters in Atmospheric Sciences from Briar Cliff University.
Mike started out as a meteorologist working for KTIV News in Owa for ten years. He was the station’s chief metrologist from 1982 to 1990. During his time at KTIV, Mike gained experience covering live weather coverage from the air and analyzing weather data from different sources. In 1990, Mike left Iowa and traveled to Virginia to take a position as an on-air meteorologist at WTVR News, based in Richmond, Virginia. His work was much appreciated and he even won an Emmy for best weather coverage and technology reporting while at the station.
Wankum left WTVR News and joined WLVI News in Boston in 1993. At WTCR, Wankum won 8 Emmy Awards and 3 Ap Awards for his amazing weather cast. Wankum joined WCVN Mews in 2006. Therefore, he spent more than 15 years working in WCVB. During his spare time, Mike is a motorcycle enthusiast and often rides at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Mike Wankum age
How old is Mike Wankum? Mike is 63 years old in 2023. He was born circa March 1960 in Iowa, United States. However, Mike managed to keep his exact date of birth and birthday from the public. However, Wankum’s zodiac birth sign is Pisces or Aries.
Mike Wankum Height
Wankum is at an approximate distance height in 6 feet 2 inches (1.87 m). It also weighs approx. 80 to 85 kilos. However, Mike’s other body measurements are still under review.
Mike Wankum Family
Mike was raised by an American father It is mother of German-English and Irish descent. His dad is so into farming which is why he grew up in a beautiful farmhouse situated in the northwest part of Iowa. His paternal great-great-grandparents are Irish immigrants who moved to Boston during the famine. Eventually they settled in Iowa and some remained in Boston. More information about Wankum’s parents and siblings will be updated as soon as it becomes available.
Mike Wankum’s Wife | Marriage
Who is Mike Wankum’s Wife? Yes, Wankum is currently married to his wife, Clara Geissler. The two lovebirds met and started dating while they were in college. Mike and Clair were married shortly after their respective graduations. Their wedding was a small occasion attended only by close family and friends. The couple is now blessed with three wonderful children. The family resides in the western suburbs of Boston, Massachusetts.
Mike Wankum Children
Mike is the proud father of two. they include Benjamin, Anna and Tess Wankum. Their children are all grown up and some of them have families of their own. So Mike is the grandfather of two wonderful grandchildren. More details on Wankums’ children will be updated as they become available.
Mike Wankum WCVB Salary
How much does Mike Wankum make in WCVB? Wankum earns an annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $70,000 per year. This is according to the WCVB payroll.
Mike Wankum Net Worth
Wankum has an estimated net worth of around $1.5 million dollars. His main source of income is his career as a broadcast meteorologist.
Mike Wankum Leaving Channel 5
Is Mike Wankum Leaving Channel 5? Currently, Wankum is still working as an aerial meteorologist at WCVB News Channel 5. He has worked for the station for nearly ten years and is not yet ready to put down his tools and move to another station. Wankum has also shown no signs of wanting to retire from his Channel 5 career. However, we will update you once Mike decides to retire.
