James Spann is an American television weather presenter and journalist, and chief meteorologist for ABC 33 40.
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Best Known For:The television program ABC 33/40 News
Breakthrough:Became the face of Alabama weather through his tireless live coverage of severe weather events
10 Quick Facts About James Spann
- Full Name: James Spann
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Meteorologist
- Known For: The television program ABC 33/40 News
- Date of Birth: June 6, 1956
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of Birth: Huntsville, Alabama
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Karen Spann
- Beats: Weather
James Spann Age
James Spann is about 70 years old as of 2026. James Spann was born in 1956.
Education
He attended Mississippi State University, where he earned a Certificate in Broadcast Meteorology.
- Mississippi State University
- Qualification: Certificate
- Field of Study: Broadcast Meteorology
- Period: 1992
Career & Work
James Spann's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with ABC 33/40 and WBRC-TV, a television station.
Organization: ABC 33/40
Role: Chief Meteorologist
Period: 1996–Present
Details: Birmingham, AL · Legendary weather authority in Alabama.
Organization: WBRC-TV
Role: Meteorologist
Period: 1979–1984, 1989–1996
Details: Birmingham
Rise to Fame
James Spann rose to prominence for his role for the podcast WeatherBrains.
Notable Works
- Podcast: WeatherBrains (Host, 2006-Present) — A weekly weather podcast for people who love weather
Notable Coverage
- April 2011 Tornado Outbreak - ABC 33/40 - 2011 - A historic 12-hour continuous live broadcast during the largest tornado outbreak in U.S. history
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — NATAS — Live tornado coverage
James Spann Family & Relationships
James Spann is married to Karen Spann. He has 2 children, JP Spann and Ryan Spann.
- Father: Max Spann
- Mother: Carolyn Spann
- Children:
- JP Spann
- Ryan Spann
Personal Information
- Full Name: James Spann
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Meteorologist
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 6, 1956
- Age: 70
- Birthday: June 6
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Place of Birth: Huntsville, Alabama
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Max Spann
- Mother: Carolyn Spann
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Karen Spann
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/spann
- facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jamesspann
