Weather clerks handle the clerical work for weather services or operations — processing observations, maintaining records, and supporting the operational work that weather data requires.
Weather Clerk pay typically runs $35K–$53K at this level, and jobs in this field are projected to shrink 7% through 2034.
Workdays involve steady processing work — handling observations, processing reports, and maintaining records. The work tends to be focused and detail-heavy, with the rhythms of weather observation cycles structuring the day.
Collaboration usually involves observers, forecasters, and downstream users of the data. What's harder than expected is the precision required — weather records often factor into research, planning, and safety decisions, and small errors can propagate in ways that affect real outcomes.
People who thrive tend to be methodical, careful, and curious about weather. If you find satisfaction in supporting accurate weather records, the role often suits you. People who don't care about the underlying weather science usually find the documentation work too narrow — but for those drawn to atmospheric work without wanting to be a forecaster, the role has appeal.
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View all Admin & Office roles →Weather clerks handle the clerical work for weather services or operations — processing observations, maintaining records, and supporting the operational work that weather data requires.
Median pay for a Weather Clerk is about $44K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $29K to $64K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).
Core skills for this role include Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Speaking, Writing, and Service Orientation.
Most people in this role hold a high school diploma.
Employment in this field is projected to decline about 6.7% through 2034, with roughly 2.5 million people working in it today (BLS).
Closely related roles include Administrative Clerk (Admin Clerk), Government Clerk, and General Office Clerk.
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