Evan Chickvara Biography
Evan Chickvara is an American meteorologist working for WBMA as a morning meteorologist for ABC 33/40 since he was promoted in August 2023. He joined the station in the fall of 2020 as a weekend meteorologist. Previously, he worked for WTVY in Dothan, Alabama, as the morning meteorologist for five and a half years.
Evan Chickvara Education
Chickvara joined Mississippi State University in 2010 after finishing his high school education. In 2014, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Geosciences emphasizing Broadcast Meteorology. During college, he was involved with the Sigma Phi Epsilon and GEOMS Club.
Evan Chickvara Career
Chickvara has worked for WBMA as a morning meteorologist for ABC 33/40 since he was promoted in August 2023. Upon joining the station, he initially worked as a weekend meteorologist. He joins the station with over a decade of experience in Alabama weather. While at WBMA, he covered the February 2021 snow and the tornado outbreak of May 25, 2021.
Chickvara decided to learn more about meteorology due to his fear of the weather. He used to watch the Weather Channel as a kid, as opposed to his agemates who enjoyed watching cartoons. In 3rd grade, he met a meteorologist from the NWS Peachtree City and decided to make his fascination with weather a lifestyle.
After graduating from college, Chickvara joined WTVY in Dothan, Alabama. He worked there as the morning meteorologist for five and a half years before moving to ABC 33/40. In Alabama, he broadcast multiple extreme events dating back to 2015. One of the more notable occassions covered includes Hurricane Michael in 2018.
Besides the weather and forecasting, Chickvara is passionate about explaining weather and “why things happen.” This is because he overcame the fear of weather after he understood how things work and therefore, hopes he’ll be able to do the same for others.
Evan Chickvara Age
Chickvara likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 30s.
Evan Chickvara Height
Chickvara stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Evan Chickvara Family
Chickvara is originally from Kennesaw Georgia but has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if Chickvara has any siblings.
Evan Chickvara Wife
Chickvara married Lauren Dymecki, but has kept information regarding his wife away from the public. The couple has two kids, Joseph Adam and Harper Mae. Adam was born on May 19, 2021, and is 4 years old as of 2025. On May 19, 2023, he posted Adam on his Instagram account and captioned it “Can’t believe it has been 2 years already! Happy Birthday to this little nugget, he’s made…”
Harper was born on June 29, 2023, and is 2 years old as of 2025. On July 2, 2023, he posted Harper on his Instagram account and captioned it “Welcome to the world little girl ❤️Harper Mae Chickvara. 6.29.2023” He spends his time away from the weather center working in the yard, enjoying disc golf, or fitness. Most of his free time is spent with his kids.
Evan Chickvara Net Worth
Chickvara has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a meteorologist.
Evan Chickvara Salary
Chickvara earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Evan Chickvara WBMA
Chickvara is working at WBMA where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Jeff Speegle
- Megan Scarano
- Jamie Hale
- Riley Blackwell
- Valerie Bell
- Cynthia Gould
- Johnny Congdon
- Mary Barron