One of Denver’s longest serving weather anchors is planning to exit the airwaves by the end of the year.
Mike Nelson, Denver 7’s chief meteorologist, on Tuesday announced his intentions to retire, capping a career that includes more than 40 years in broadcasting, and more than three decades covering the weather in the Denver area.
“In addition to being a beloved on-air personality, Mike Nelson is a true expert in the science of Meteorology,” Denver7 Vice President and General Manager Brian Joyce said in an announcement. “Mike has been the steady hand guiding our viewers through countless storms and weather events, keeping them prepared and safe. His long tenure is evidence of his dedication and commitment to our community.”
Nelson began his career in the Midwest, with stops in his home state of Wisconsin and St. Louis before moving to Denver in 1991. He spent over a decade at 9News, serving as the station’s Chief Meteorologist before moving across the street to KMGH in 2004.
Nelson, 66, who has been forecasting weather since the Gerald Ford administration, is viewed as a pioneer in the industry.