Byron Miranda Biography: Emmy-Winning Meteorologist and Air Force Veteran, Wikipedia, Family, Height

“Weather is about preparation—helping people live their lives with confidence.” — Byron Miranda

Byron Miranda is an American television journalist and meteorologist, best known for his role as the morning weather anchor on WPIX (PIX11) in New York City. With a career spanning multiple major markets, Miranda has earned five Regional Emmy Awards for his clear, engaging, and community-focused forecasts.

Timeline Overview

Year	Milestone
February 11, 1968	Born in California, USA
1980s	Served in the U.S. Air Force; worked as an air traffic controller in Korea
1985	Graduated from California State University, East Bay – B.A. in Communications
1990s	Completed Broadcast & Operational Meteorology Program at Mississippi State University
1990s	Began career as assignment editor, later reporter and meteorologist
2000s	Worked in Chicago (NBC WMAQ), Los Angeles, and other major markets
2017–Present	Morning meteorologist at WPIX (PIX11) New York City

Quick Facts

Attribute	Detail
Full Name	Byron Miranda
Age	57 (born February 11, 1968)
Height	5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Education	B.A. Communications – CSU East Bay; Meteorology – Mississippi State University
Family	Divorced; father of one daughter
Marital Status	Single
Children	One
Net Worth	Estimated $1–2 million
Salary	Estimated $90,000–$120,000 annually

Early Life & Education

Miranda was born in California and grew up in a working-class family. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an air traffic controller in Korea. After completing his military service, he attended California State University, East Bay, and graduated with a Communications degree in 1985. He later completed the Broadcast and Operational Meteorology Program at Mississippi State University, gaining the scientific training he needed for a career in weather forecasting.

Career Background

Miranda began his career as an assignment editor and later transitioned into reporting and meteorology. He worked in several major U.S. markets—including Chicago (NBC WMAQ), Los Angeles, and Atlanta—before joining WPIX New York.

At PIX11 Morning News, he delivers weekday forecasts from 6–11 a.m., combining meteorological science with relatable storytelling. His Emmy-winning work highlights both his technical accuracy and his commitment to community engagement.

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Achievements

Five-time Regional Emmy Award winner
Morning meteorologist at WPIX New York City
Former meteorologist for NBC Chicago (WMAQ) and major Los Angeles stations
U.S. Air Force veteran and former air traffic controller

Personal Life

Byron Miranda is divorced and has one daughter. While he keeps most of his personal life private, he occasionally shares insights into his path from military service to broadcast journalism.

Salary & Net Worth

Salary: Estimated $90,000–$120,000 annually
Net Worth: Estimated $1–2 million

Legacy

Byron Miranda’s legacy stems from his ability to fuse military discipline, scientific expertise, and on-air charisma. From the Air Force to Emmy-winning weather reporting, he has built a career that inspires trust and confidence. His journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to public service.