Accuracy Test - La Crosse View
When a sensor's accuracy is in question, we suggest doing a side by side test.
Bring the outdoor temperature/humidity sensor in the house and place it next to your station for 2 hours.
- Compare indoor and outdoor temperatures. The temperatures should be within 4 degrees (F)to be within tolerance. The humidity should be within +/-7% to be within tolerance.
- If the sensor reads correctly when next to your station, then try a different location outside. Look for heat sources such as sunlight, door or window frames, or reflected heat that may cause inaccurate readings.
- Press and release the SENSOR button two times to view the sensor ID number. Compare the barcode on your sensor to be sure it matches.
- If your temperature is reading low, and location is not an issue, you may have a bad sensor. Replacement sensors may be available; click here.
If the readings are outside of our tolerance please contact us with examples of the readings.