Sam Kantrow

Connecticut

Weather Reporter at WTNH-TV (New Haven, CT)

TV Meteorologist @WFSBnews, multimedia journalist, commercial drone photographer, dad of 3 boys. I'll mostly show pics of my kids tbh

Articles

WTNH meteorologist on Facebook says he’s leaving station and profession

Dec 18, 2023 | wiltonbulletin.com | Daniel Figueroa IV |Sam Kantrow

An exterior view of television stations WTNH and WCTX on Elm Street in New Haven. Luther Turmelle/ Hearst Connecticut Media WTNH-TV’s Sam Kantrow said he was leaving television to focus on raising his three sons. Kantrow started at the station as a 23-year-old weather producer and web meteorologist in 2011 before making his on-air debut 18 months later. Kantrow did not announce any future career plans.
WTNH meteorologist on Facebook says he’s leaving station and profession

Dec 18, 2023 | ctinsider.com | Daniel Figueroa IV |Sam Kantrow

An exterior view of television stations WTNH and WCTX on Elm Street in New Haven. Luther Turmelle/ Hearst Connecticut Media A local meteorologist and Hamden native Friday announced on Facebook he was leaving his station — and the profession. WTNH-TV’s Sam Kantrow said he was leaving television to focus on raising his three sons. Kantrow started at the station as a 23-year-old weather producer and web meteorologist in 2011 before making his on-air debut 18 months later.
How to prepare for snow in Connecticut

Dec 5, 2023 | newsbreak.com | Sam Kantrow

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — While there’s no snow on the ground in Connecticut yet, it’s never too early to prepare. Meteorologically speaking, Connecticut residents should have already seen their first snow. David Katz, the owner of Goody’s True Value Hardware in East Haven said that without the snow, the shovels aren’t selling in store. “The day before, once you listen to Channel 8 and they sat it’s actually coming, people actually go crazy,” Katz said.
How to prepare for snow in Connecticut

Dec 5, 2023 | wtnh.com | Vanessa Blasi |Sam Kantrow

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — December is officially here and while there’s no snow on Connecticut grounds yet, it’s never too early to prepare. Meteorologically speaking, Connecticut residents should have already seen their first snow. David Katz, the owner of Goody’s True Value Hardware in East Haven said that without the snow, the shovels aren’t selling in store. “The day before, once you listen to Channel 8 and they sat it’s actually coming, people actually go crazy,” Katz said.
Will Connecticut see a white Christmas in 2023?

Nov 27, 2023 | newsbreak.com | Sam Kantrow

WTNHBy Sam Kantrow,4 hours ago NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Will Connecticut see snow by Christmas Day this year? Well, if you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, it might just stay a dream. Connecticut hasn’t had snow for the last three Christmases. Depending on where you live, you could have a chance to see some this year. However, the odds aren’t great. Litchfield Hills has the highest chance, at about 90% in some areas. North of Interstate 84 in Tolland and Windham counties has a 50% chance of snow.
Will Connecticut see a white Christmas in 2023?

Nov 27, 2023 | wtnh.com | Sam Kantrow

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Will Connecticut see snow by Christmas Day this year? Well, if you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, it might just stay a dream. Connecticut hasn’t had snow for the last three Christmases. Depending on where you live, you could have a chance to see some this year. However, the odds aren’t great. Litchfield Hills has the highest chance, at about 90% in some areas. North of Interstate 84 in Tolland and Windham counties has a 50% chance of snow.
Mohawk Mountain getting ready for the winter season

Nov 21, 2023 | wtnh.com | Sam Kantrow

CORNWALL, Conn. (WTNH) — The crews at Mohawk Mountain in the northwest hills of Cornwall, Connecticut, have been hard at work to get ready for the 2023-2024 ski season. “Saturday night we started making snow for the first time this season and our mountain ops team and snow-making team have been hard at work the past few nights here,” Mohawk Mountain Services Manager Mike Dagnone said. The snow guns have begun pumping out fresh powder to try and jumpstart the season as soon as possible.
Meteorologist discusses the power of wind chills during winter

Nov 8, 2023 | wtnh.com | Sam Kantrow

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The truth is when you’re looking at the temperature on your car’s dashboard, it does not tell you the full story — once you bring wind into the picture. Well, think about it this way. It’s a hot and sunny day at the beach. You step into the water to cool off as soon as you get out of the water. A gust of wind comes and suddenly you feel freezing. Well, did the actual temperature change? In this instance, the water evaporating off your body makes you feel colder.
Some Connecticut towns see first snowfall of season

Nov 1, 2023 | newsbreak.com | Sam Kantrow

By Sam KantrowVanessa Blasi,5 hours ago NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — November is officially here, which means the holidays and snow flurries are approaching Connecticut towns. In fact, many hill towns in Connecticut saw their first snowfall of the season on Wednesday morning. Some areas picked up as much as two inches of snow. The month of November brings plenty of weather changes, including cooler temperatures and fewer daylight hours.
Some Connecticut towns see first snowfall of season

Nov 1, 2023 | wtnh.com | Vanessa Blasi |Sam Kantrow

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — November is officially here, which means the holidays and snow flurries are approaching Connecticut towns. In fact, many hill towns in Connecticut saw their first snowfall of the season on Wednesday morning. Some areas picked up as much as two inches of snow. The month of November brings plenty of weather changes, including cooler temperatures and fewer daylight hours. Starting on Saturday, the clocks will fall back one hour, giving people more sleep — but less sunlight.