Yes, it’s true — Matt Meister is leaving FOX 21, and November 2025 will be his last month at the station.
Matt is the Chief Meteorologist for FOX 21 Morning News, which means he tells people what the weather will be like every day. He has been part of the FOX 21 family for almost eight years, since December 2017.
Let’s learn more about Matt, his career, and why he’s leaving.
Who Is Matt Meister?
Matt Meister is a meteorologist, or weather expert. That means he studies the sky, clouds, rain, and storms to help people know what kind of weather is coming.
People in Southern Colorado love Matt because he has been the friendly face who tells them the forecast every morning.
But Matt didn’t always work at FOX 21.
His career started in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where he worked at a TV station called WN-TV. Later, he moved to Colorado Springs to work at another station, KRDO, where he was also a chief meteorologist.
In 2014, Matt took a break from TV. He worked at Falcon School District 49 as the Director of Communications. In that job, he helped the schools share important news with parents and families.
After a few years, Matt missed being on TV and decided to come back. In December 2017, he joined FOX 21 Morning News as the chief meteorologist. Since then, he has helped people in Southern Colorado start their mornings with a smile and an accurate forecast.
Why Is He Leaving FOX 21?
Matt announced that November 2025 will be his last month at FOX 21. He didn’t give a full reason for leaving, but he said he’s excited about what’s coming next.
In a video message on November 1st, Matt said,
“I’m really excited for it, but we’ll talk about that when the time is right.”
That means he has new plans, but he wants to share them later when everything is ready.
Matt also said something very kind about his community:
“I love this community. Southern Colorado is gorgeous from the peaks to the plains, but that beauty is surpassed by the beauty of the people.”
This shows how much Matt cares about the people of Southern Colorado. Even though he’s leaving FOX 21, he made it clear that he is not moving away. He plans to stay in the area and keep helping the community in new ways.
How Long Has Matt Worked at FOX 21?
Matt has worked at FOX 21 for almost eight years. That’s a long time to wake up early and bring the weather to viewers every morning!
During those years, Matt became an important part of the FOX 21 Morning News family. His co-workers loved working with him and shared kind words about him when he announced he was leaving.
- Craig Coffey, one of the morning anchors, said working with Matt has been “a joy.” He called Matt a “fantastic and reliable colleague but also a cherished friend.”
- Abbie Burke, another anchor, told him, “You’ve grown into a dear friend. We always will be.” She said she, Craig, and Matt had “magic” together on TV.
- Julie Baker, who reports the news, said that if the FOX 21 Morning team was a body, Matt would be the soul. She said he was always the first to greet everyone in the morning.
These words show how much Matt means to his co-workers and to the station.
What Made Matt Meister So Special?
Matt wasn’t just a guy who told people the weather. He was friendly, caring, and real.
People loved that he was the same kind person off-camera as he was on TV.
He often went to community events, greeted people at stores, and even announced high school sports games. He cared about keeping people safe during bad weather and always tried to make them feel calm and informed.
One of the funny things people remember about him is something called the “Flaccid Forecast.” It became a little internet joke that fans loved and shared online. It showed that Matt didn’t just take his job seriously — he also had fun with it and made people laugh.
What Will Happen to FOX 21 Morning News?
FOX 21 said they will miss Matt very much, but they are also happy for him as he starts a new chapter.
The station said it’s a “bittersweet” moment — that means it’s both happy and sad. They are sad to see him go but happy that he is moving toward something exciting.
During November 2025, the FOX 21 team plans to share fun memories, bloopers, and moments from Matt’s eight years on the show to celebrate his time there.
What’s Next for Matt Meister?
Even though Matt is leaving the TV station, he’s not leaving Southern Colorado.
He said,
“I’m going to continue to serve this community.”
That means he wants to keep helping people — just in a different way. He hasn’t said exactly what his new job will be yet, but he sounds very excited about it.
So, while you won’t see him on FOX 21 Morning News every day anymore, you’ll still see him around Colorado Springs and the nearby towns.
Why Do People Care When TV Anchors Leave?
When people watch someone on TV every morning for years, that person starts to feel like a friend.
Matt has been part of people’s mornings for almost a decade. Viewers drank coffee, ate breakfast, and got ready for work while listening to his weather reports.
So, when he announced he was leaving, many people felt sad. They’ll miss his voice, his smile, and his kindness. That’s why so many people in Southern Colorado shared good wishes for him when he made the announcement.
The Bottom Line
Yes — Matt Meister is leaving FOX 21 after nearly eight wonderful years of helping people understand the weather. But he’s not leaving the place he loves — Southern Colorado.
Matt said he will keep working to help the community in new ways. His time at FOX 21 may be ending, but his impact will continue.
Matt was special because he wasn’t just good at reading the weather. He cared about people. He made them laugh, kept them safe, and helped them start their days with a smile.
FOX 21 will have to find someone new to do the weather, but no one can replace Matt Meister in the hearts of the people he’s inspired.
