Zack Shields
Meteorologist Zack Shields has been with Good Day Austin since 2000.
Zack is a native Texan, he hails from Horseshoe Bay and attended Llano High School. A graduate of Texas A&M University, Zack has a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology and began his career in Midland/Odessa, TX, as weekend Meteorologist.
In his spare time, Zack prides himself on being a great husband and father and loves entertaining his sons. He also plays golf, jogs, hikes and works on the yard and garden.
If you don't see Zack on the air during severe weather, you may find him storm chasing.
The latest from Zack Shields
Austin weather: Slow warm-up begins but icy conditions remain in spots
The effects of the Arctic blast are still being felt as most kids stayed home today due to icy conditions on roads.
Austin weather: Winter Storm Warning and timing of ice in our area
The weather is changing starting today with weather warnings issued for the weekend.
Austin winter weather: Storm timeline as freezing temps, icy roads expected
The Arctic blast is set to arrive this weekend and with it some hazardous conditions for Central Texas.
Austin weather: Winter Storm Watch issued as Arctic blast set to arrive
When will the freezing temperatures arrive? And what comes with it?
Austin weather: Winter storm watch issued for parts of Central Texas
For the fourth day in a row, the long-range computer weather models are hinting at a Winter Storm hitting Texas this weekend.
Austin weather: Arctic front ahead with possible wintry mix
Could Central Texas see some wintry mix this weekend?
Central Texas Winter weather outlook 2025-2026: Will there be snow?
This winter, Central Texas is likely to see overall warmer and drier-than-normal conditions but that doesn’t rule out occasional cold snaps or volatile weather swings.
Austin weather: Storms coming in from west, Flood Watch in effect
It's storm day! The wait is almost over for rain, with storms expected to hit the Hill Country by mid-afternoon and rolling over Central Texas tonight.
Austin weather: Multiple rounds of rain and storms expected
Keep those umbrellas handy as moisture in place is expected to turn into multiple rounds of rain and storms.
Austin weather: First true Autumn front of the season on the way
The next game-changer will be the first true Autumn front of the season