We surveyed 521 meteorologists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical meteorologist. Here are the results.
Can I learn to become a meteorologist?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a meteorologist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a meteorologist?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a meteorologist.
Do meteorologists work full-time or part-time?
91% of meteorologists work in full-time roles while 9% work part-time.
Is being a meteorologist stressful?
Low
High
Meteorologists tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a meteorologist?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particularly important part of being a meteorologist.
How competitive is the workplace for meteorologists?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for meteorologists.
Does being a meteorologist require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for meteorologists.
Are meteorologists allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Meteorologists are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.