David Robinson Retires After 35 Years | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

After 35 years as New Jersey’s trusted weather voice, David Robinson is retiring — leaving behind a legacy of calm clarity, groundbreaking research, and a state office he built from scratch. As the state climatologist, he translated complex climate science into everyday understanding, helping residents and officials navigate everything from nor’easters to Superstorm Sandy. Known for his legendary communication skills — earning him the nickname “gift of gab” — Robinson secured funding, convinced Rutgers of the role’s value, and authored hundreds of papers, especially on snow cover’s climate…