Ben Gelber is an American television weather presenter and journalist known for working as a meteorologist at WCMH-TV (NBC4).
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Breakthrough:Began broadcasting weather forecasts at WCMH-TV in Columbus in 1980
10 Quick Facts About Ben Gelber
- Full Name: Ben Gelber
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Meteorologist
- Beats: Weather
- Media Level: Local
- Employer Type: TV Station
- Net Worth: $336,000-$4,804,000 (Estimated range)
- Salary: $49,000-$213,000 (Estimated range)
Education
Their educational background includes studies at Northern Illinois University and Pennsylvania State University.
- Northern Illinois University
- Qualification: Master of Science
- Field of Study: Meteorology
- Period: 1980
- Pennsylvania State University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Science
- Field of Study: Geography
- Period: 1978
Career & Work
Ben Gelber's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with WCMH-TV (NBC4), a television station and The Ohio State University.
Organization: WCMH-TV (NBC4)
Role: Meteorologist
Period: 1980–Present
Details: Columbus, Ohio · Presented his first weather forecast on July 12, 1980; marked 46 years in July 2026.
Organization: The Ohio State University
Role: Meteorology instructor
Details: Has taught students about weather and meteorology.
Rise to Fame
Ben Gelber gained public attention through Began broadcasting weather forecasts at WCMH-TV in Columbus.
Awards & Achievements
- Hall of Fame — Ohio Associated Press Media Editors
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ben Gelber
- Occupation: Meteorologist
- Nationality: American
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $49,000–$213,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $336,000–$4,804,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
