Mark Tamayo

Environmental Communications Professional / Certified Broadcast Meteorologist

san francisco, california, united states

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I am a proven, resourceful, and industry-recognized Communications professional with a unique background in science and journalism. I plan and produce clear and creative reports focused on weather and environmental issues. My work is supported by a strong social media presence that is highly ranked in the San Francisco Bay Area media market.

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Ringing in the new year with wet weather

Ringing in the new year with wet weather SAN FRANCISCO - The new year starts off wet with multiple systems approaching the Bay Area. Wet weather to continue Significant rain is expected through early next week on the order of 2" - 10". Periods of rain wil... See more

ktvu.com•Mark Tamayo•Jan 1, 2026

King Tides return to Bay Area: What are they?

King Tides return to Bay Area: What are they? OAKLAND, Calif. - The tide charts are showing another round of exceptionally high tides this week, otherwise known as King Tides. The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory from 5 a.m. We... See more

ktvu.com•Mark Tamayo•Dec 30, 2025

Here's what's up with the big dose of Bay Area fog | KTVU FOX 2

Here's what's up with the big dose of Bay Area fog OAKLAND, Calif. - Parts of the Bay Area have been dealing with a formidable fog layer over the past two weeks. That's because specific conditions have led to the formation of the fog that has impacted on ... See more

ktvu.com•Mark Tamayo•Dec 8, 2025

The link between the super moon and extreme tides

The link between the super moon and extreme tides OAKLAND, Calif. - The third super moon of the year occurs on Thursday night and king tides will be rising during the morning hours. The extreme tide cycle and December’s full moon are linked. A super moon ... See more

ktvu.com•Mark Tamayo•Dec 3, 2025

Storm system to bring season's first heavy rains to the Bay Area

Storm system to bring season’s first heavy rains to the Bay Area SAN FRANCISCO - A heavy storm system is bearing down on Northern California, and will bring with it inches of rain that will drench the Bay Area. Powerful Typhoon Halong moved to the south o... See more

ktvu.com•Mark Tamayo•Oct 10, 2025

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Bachelor Of Science, Meteorology at San Francisco State UniversityGraduated: 1999

Bachelor Of Arts, Journalism at California Polytechnic State University - San Luis ObispoGraduated: 1996

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Ringing in the new year with wet weather

King Tides return to Bay Area: What are they?

Here's what's up with the big dose of Bay Area fog | KTVU FOX 2

The link between the super moon and extreme tides

Storm system to bring season's first heavy rains to the Bay Area

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Ringing in the new year with wet weather

King Tides return to Bay Area: What are they?

Here's what's up with the big dose of Bay Area fog | KTVU FOX 2

The link between the super moon and extreme tides

Storm system to bring season's first heavy rains to the Bay Area

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