Rick Reichmuth: The Man, The Meteorologist, The Umbrella Entrepreneur
Who is Rick Reichmuth?
Rick Reichmuth is a chief meteorologist at Fox News Channel, keeping viewers informed (and occasionally terrified) about the weather. But he doesn’t just talk about storms—he prepares for them. In 2017, he launched Weatherman Umbrella, proving that even meteorologists know it’s best to have backup for rainy days.
Age & Birthday
Born on May 21, 1970, in Prescott, Arizona, Rick is 55 years old as of 2025. As a Gemini, expect him to be quick-witted, adaptable, and able to explain a cold front in five different ways.
Education: From Literature to Lightning
Rick originally majored in Spanish Literature at Arizona State University before realizing that discussing Don Quixote wasn’t nearly as exciting as tracking tornadoes. He later studied meteorology at Georgia State University and completed his broadcast meteorology program at Mississippi State University. Today, he’s an active member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association—basically, he’s officially certified to talk about the weather.
Nationality & Ethnicity
American by birth, Rick grew up in Prescott, Arizona, and belongs to the white ethnicity.
Height & More
Standing at 5 feet 7 inches, Rick is at an optimal height for dodging low-hanging storm clouds. However, his other measurements (weight, body size, wind resistance) are still under review.
Family & Early Life
Rick was raised in Prescott, Arizona, by his parents:
Father: Bob Reichmuth
Mother: Information currently missing (possibly classified by the Weather Bureau).
He grew up alongside two older brothers, but details about them remain scarce—perhaps they prefer life out of the forecast.
Marriage & Private Life
Rick is married to Jovita Smith, but if you were hoping for a tell-all wedding documentary, you’re out of luck. The couple tied the knot in 2013 in what we assume was a perfectly forecasted ceremony. They keep their marriage low-key, but occasionally make cameo appearances on social media.
Salary & Net Worth
Estimated Salary: $60,000 – $120,000 per year
Net Worth: Approximately $6 million (as of 2025). That’s a lot of rainy day savings—literally.
Career: From Banking to Broadcasting
Before predicting the weather, Rick had a very different job—bank manager at Bank of America. (Apparently, forecasting the stock market wasn’t thrilling enough, so he switched to hurricanes and heatwaves.)
🔹 Joined Fox News in 2004 as a meteorologist, became Chief Meteorologist in 2014
🔹 Covered major weather events, including EF5 tornadoes in Oklahoma
🔹 Previously worked for CNN, CNN International, and CNN Headline News
🔹 Served as a weather anchor at WFXT-FOX 25 in Boston and Weather Services International in Massachusetts
But his biggest storm-related invention? Weatherman Umbrella, launched in 2017. It sold out within three weeks—proving that when Rick predicts rain, people listen.
Fun Facts
He’s hiked the Grand Canyon multiple times
He’s on a quest to visit all U.S. National Parks
Rick Reichmuth isn’t just about weather warnings—he’s about weather-proofing your life.
