Kathy Sabine Biography: Emmy-Winning Chief Meteorologist at 9NEWS Denver, Reporting's and Life

“Weather is about preparation—helping people feel safe when storms approach.” — Kathy Sabine

Kathy Sabine is an

ing meteorologist and the Chief Meteorologist at 9NEWS (KUSA-TV) in Denver, Colorado. With more than three decades of experience, she has become a trusted voice for viewers across Colorado, delivering forecasts with accuracy, warmth, and authority.

Timeline Overview

Year	Milestone
August 14, 1967	Born in Truckee, California
1980s	Attended Tahoe Truckee High School
1990s	Earned degrees in Veterinary Science (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) and Meteorology (Metropolitan State University of Denver & Mississippi State University)
1993	Joined 9NEWS Denver as meteorologist
2012	Promoted to Chief Meteorologist at 9NEWS
Present	Evening forecaster and Emmy-winning weather anchor at 9NEWS Denver

Quick Facts

Attribute	Detail
Full Name	Kathy Sabine
Age	57 (born August 14, 1967)
Height	5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Education	Veterinary Science – Cal Poly; Meteorology – Metropolitan State University of Denver & Mississippi State University
Family	Married to Scott Crawford; mother of three children
Net Worth	Estimated $1–10 million (Varies)
Salary	Estimated $100,000–$200,000 annually (Varies)

Early Life & Education

Kathy Sabine was born in Truckee, California, and grew up near the Sierra Nevada mountains, where she developed an early fascination with weather. She initially studied Veterinary Science at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, but later redirected her focus to meteorology. She went on to earn meteorology degrees from Metropolitan State University of Denver and Mississippi State University.

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Career Background

Kathy joined 9NEWS Denver in 1993 and quickly became one of the station’s most recognizable meteorologists. She currently delivers evening weather forecasts and has built a respected reputation over three decades. Throughout her career, she has earned seven Heartland Emmy Awards for excellence in broadcasting.

Beyond television, Kathy expands her reach by contributing regular forecasts to KYGO and KOSI radio stations.

Achievements

Seven Heartland Emmy Awards for meteorology
Chief Meteorologist at 9NEWS Denver since 2012
Over 30 years of broadcast experience
Advocate for skin cancer awareness and community education

Personal Life

Kathy Sabine is married to Scott Crawford and is a mother of three. She actively advocates for skin cancer awareness and often shares her personal experiences to help educate and protect viewers.

Salary & Net Worth

Salary: Estimated $150,000–$200,000 annually (Varies)
Net Worth: Estimated $1–10 million (Varies)

Legacy

Kathy Sabine’s legacy stems from her ability to blend scientific expertise with warm, relatable communication. As one of Colorado’s most trusted meteorologists, she has guided viewers through blizzards, wildfires, and severe storms. Her career reflects resilience, professionalism, and a deep commitment to public service.