Darren Maier Bio, Wiki
Darren Maier is an American Meteorologist working for WEAU 13 News in Eau Claire, Wisconsin serving as a Chief Meteorologist. He joined the station in March 2011.
Darren Maier Age
Maier was born on January 17 in New Britain, Connecticut, United States – he posted his photo with a cake on his Instagram page on January 17, 2024, and the caption read “I guess at my age you get upgraded from candles to fireworks!” However, he has never disclosed his age, hence it is difficult to know how old he is. Judging from his appearance, he might be in his 40s.
Darren Maier Height/Measurements
Maier stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 11 inches.
Darren Maier Education
Maier studied at Central Connecticut State University – this was from the year 1987 to the year 2005. There he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology and Atmospheric Science. During his time there, he was a member of the American Meteorological Society. Also, he holds a broadcasting certificate – this was from the Connecticut School of Broadcasting.
Darren Maier Career
Maier works for WEAU 13 News as a chief meteorologist. He anchors and produces the weathercasts at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 10 PM, and helps with the 4 PM and 9 PM shows when needed. Also, he updates the station’s website, records weather videos for the app, and posts on social media.
Before Maier started working for WEAU-TV, he used to work at WLIO-TV in Lima, Ohio as the chief meteorologist. He has more than 2 decades of experience in broadcasting and over 2.5 decades working as a meteorologist professionally. After switching to broadcast meteorology, he moved west and now calls the Chippewa Valley his home.
While in Wisconsin, he has provided reports on the state’s longest-track tornado – this was an EF-3 that hit Barron County in May 2017. Also, in September 2019, he reported on another EF-3 tornado in Wheaton. Maier also guided viewers through the record-breaking winter of 2018-2019 – this saw the snowiest February and overall season ever recorded.
Maier developed a love for weather early on – he was inspired by New England’s wild storms like hurricanes and nor’easters. In the year 2009, the AMS – American Meteorological Society recognized him with the CBM certification (#363). Also, for best weathercast, he won Wisconsin Broadcasters Association awards in the year 2018 and in the year 2019.
Darren Maier Net Worth
In Maier’s career as a Meteorologist, he has been able to accumulate a net worth ranging between $1 Million and $3 Million.
Darren Maier Salary
He receives annual earnings that range between $35,000 and $100,000.
Darren Maier Parents and Siblings
Maier was brought up in New Britain, Connecticut and he has spent most of his life in New England, United States. However, Maier manages to keep information regarding his parents and or whether or not he has any siblings away from the limelight. An update of his family information will be done when available.
Darren Maier Spouse | Children
Maier has chosen to keep his marital status private. Any updates about this will be shared if and when they become available. However, he has 2 children, but he has managed to keep their identities private. His children have grown up attending schools within the Eau Claire school system. Maier is also a proud fur-dad to 3 adorable dogs (Shiba Inus). During Maier’s free time, he still finds himself looking up at the sky because he really enjoys astronomy. When the weather is good, he likes spending time outside riding his bike, gardening, taking photos, or playing tennis. On quiet days indoors, he says that he enjoys his large video game collection.
Darren Maier WEAU-TV
Maier works at WEAU-TV where he works alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists such as;
- Judy Clark
- Bob Gallaher
- Heidi Paxson
- Kim Leadholm
- Ellie Jo Pomerleau
- Derrek Dalman
- Justus Cleveland
- Philip Choroser
Darren Maier Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
He is vocal on his social media accounts where he posts frequently. On his Twitter account, he has about 1K followers, around 8K followers on his Facebook page, and about 190 followers on his Instagram account.