David Finfrock Biography
David Finfrock is a famous American Award-winning Meteorologist working for NBC 5 as the NBC 5 Weather Experts senior meteorologist. He joined NBC 5 in 1975. He has more than four decades of on-air work. David is a professional member of the American Meteorology Society and is also a member of the Advisory Board at the Center for Greater Southwestern Studies at the University of Texas Arlington and on the Board of the Audubon Society’s Dogwood Canyon Preserve in Cedar Hill.
David Finfrock Education
He received his education at Texas A&M University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. Also, he completed some graduate work while at Texas A&M.
David Finfrock Career
He works at NBC 5 in Dallas-Fort Worth as a Senior Meteorologist. He became the senior meteorologist in 2015. David joined NBC 5 in 1975 as Chief Meteorologist. From time to time, he can be seen throughout the year. He handed the chief meteorologist rights over to Rick Mitchell when he entered semi-retirement in 2018. David announced on social media that he would be seen less frequently on TV but would still be around from time to time as he approached his 50th Anniversary with NBC 5 in late 2025. He joined NBC 5 after spending time as a field researcher at the Juneau Icefield Research Program in Alaska. He was honored with a Katie Award by the Dallas Press Club for Best Weathercast in Texas. Also, he was honored with the Fort Worth Star Telegram’s Viewers Choice Award for Best Meteorologist.
Moreover, he has been honored as a finalist for Emmy and Katie Awards for the work that he did as a documentary host, in both 2006 and 2007. He was awarded an Emmy for the weather special “Tracking Texas Weather” and another for his work on NBC 5’s 65th Anniversary special. Also, he was awarded a “Silver Circle” Emmy award for career achievement. For more than 15 years, he has been a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and has delivered Meals on Wheels. In his spare time, he enjoys participating in walks and runs for various charitable organizations. He is an avid nature conservationist. He enjoys camping, traveling, gardening, genealogy, and antique maps. Currently, he is the editor of the newsletter for the Texas Map Society.
David Finfrock Age
David was born on May 12, 1953, therefore he is 70 years old as of July 2023. He thus celebrates his birthday on May 12th of every year.
David Finfrock Height
He stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.73m) tall.
David Finfrock Family
Finfrock has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight hence he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if David has any siblings.
David Finfrock Wife
David is married to the love of his life, Shari. But it is not known when they got married. He and his wife are blessed with two kids; Jennifer and Ryan. Also, he has three grandchildren; Lauren, Emily, and Kyla.
David Finfrock’s Net Worth
Finfrock has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million which he has earned through being a Meteorologist.
David Finfrock Salary
He earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $110,500.
David Finfrock NBC 5
David works at NBC 5 where he works alongside other well-reputed NBC 5 meteorologists, sports anchors, anchors, and reporters including;
- Brian Curtis
- Brittney Johnson
- Rick Mitchell
- Newy Scruggs
- Deborah Ferguson
- Laura Harris
- Grant Johnston
- Meredith Land
- Kristi Nelson
- Bianca Castro
- Adrienne Vonn
- Pat Doney
- Kevan Smith
- Vince Sims
- Katy Blakey
- Bobbie Wygant
- Ames Meyer
- Lili Zheng
- Noelle Walker
- Allie Spillyards
- Alanna Quillen
- Ken Kalthoff
- Scott Friedman
- Julie Fine
- Larry Collins
- Sophia Beausoleil
- Alicia Barrera