Matt Beckwith Biography
Matt Beckwith is an American meteorologist working for KOMU 8 News as the chief meteorologist since he was promoted in 2022. Before that promotion, he worked as a midday meteorologist. He joined the station in 2016, doing weekend weather while he was still in college.
Matt Beckwith Education
Beckwith joined the University of Missouri after finishing high school. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Soil, Environmental, and Atmospheric Science
Matt Beckwith Career
Beckwith works for KOMU 8 News as the chief meteorologist. He delivers the latest forecasts in the evenings for KOMU 8 News. He has always wanted to pursue meteorology. During his childhood, he would stand in front of his computer screen and pretend to forecast for hours.
Though he grew up in the Kansas City area, Beckwith didn’t visit mid-Missouri until he toured Mizzou with hopes of going to college there. After about half an hour during his tour, a tornado warning was issued. That was the only sign he needed to know that he was in the right place. He feels privileged to keep mid-Missourians safe and calm during severe weather.
Beckwith began his stint at KOMU 8 while still in college. He then worked his way up to being a full-time forecaster while finishing his degree. After a few years, he became a midday meteorologist before being promoted to chief meteorologist in 2022.
Matt Beckwith Age
Beckwith likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 30s.
Matt Beckwith Height
Beckwith stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Matt Beckwith Family
Beckwith grew up in the Kansas City area but has managed to keep his personal life out of the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known whether Beckwith has any siblings.
Matt Beckwith Wife
Beckwith is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. He looks up at the sky hoping to catch one of the many gorgeous sunsets in mid-Missouri during his free time. He also enjoys the wonderful local restaurants in the region and spending time with his best friend (dog), Finn.
Matt Beckwith Net Worth
Beckwith has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a meteorologist.
Matt Beckwith Salary
Beckwith earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Matt Beckwith KOMU 8 News
Beckwith is working at KOMU 8 News, where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Evie Allen
- John Murphy
- Taylor Freeman
- Sara Moyers
- Beth Finello
- Kesley Kobielusz