Dave Hovde

Dave Hovde is the Chief Meteorologist for KSBY News, where he has been a Central Coast staple since 2003. With more experience than any other broadcast meteorologist in the region, viewers rely on Dave's accurate Microclimate Weather forecasts weeknights on KSBY News at 5:00, 6:00, 10:00 and 11:00 p.m. As a member of both the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association, Dave holds active broadcast seals with both organizations. Prior to joining KSBY, he served as chief meteorologist in Fargo, North Dakota and chief meteorologist at KERO-TV in Bakersfield. A graduate of Minnesota State University, Dave has also attended Mississippi State and Portland State universities. Throughout his career, Dave has been recognized with the Golden Mike award from the Radio and Television News Association of Southern California for Best Television Weather Segment, a total of six times. In his spare time, he supports San Luis Obispo Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), speaks at local schools and community groups, and enjoys golfing and working out. Dave is the proud father of Ethan and Campbell.

Biography:  https://www.ksby.com/davehovde

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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  • A major heatwave is expected to affect San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties this week.
  • Excessive Heat Warnings and Watches will be in effect from Thursday to Monday, July 8.
  • Interior and lower mountain regions will experience highs of 102 to 106 degrees on Wednesday.
  • The heatwave will intensify on Tuesday with a high-pressure system moving in from the west.

Deceptions

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Recent Articles

Severe Heatwave Hits San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties: Temperatures to Reach 105-115 Degrees Inland by Mid-Week

Severe Heatwave Hits San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties: Temperatures to Reach 105-115 Degrees Inland by Mid-Week

Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 A high-pressure system moving in from the west will cause a severe heatwave in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, with temperatures reaching up to 115 degrees in some interior areas by mid-week (Facts 1-3). The hottest days will be Friday and Saturday, potentially exceeding temperatures by ten to twenty degrees above normal (Fact 4). Residents should prepare for excessive heat warnings and watches through the weekend, as well as increased wildfire risk due to low humidity and potential winds (Fact 5).