Atka, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Atka, Aleutians West County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Atka?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 2 days in the Atka and Adak forecast zone and Aleutians West County — the most common reported hazard around Atka, mostly in January and February. Next come storm surge (2 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 2 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Storm surge | 2 | Aug 2000 | Aug 3, 2000 · $10,000 damage |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996–2026 (the latest year is partial). A "day" is a date with at least one report in the Atka and Adak forecast zone and Aleutians West County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Atka?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PABC (Bethel, AK), about 757 miles north-northeast. Radar beams climb as they travel, so the height of the lowest scan over town decides how low in a storm the radar can see.
| Radar | Distance | Lowest beam over Atka | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PABC Bethel, AK | 757 mi north-northeast | 321,000 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 822 mi northeast | 375,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAEC Nome, AK | 909 mi north-northeast | 454,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
Beam height is the center of the 0.5° scan above the radar, with standard refraction. Mountains near a radar can block it further.
Tornado & hail history near Atka
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Atka since 1950.
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center — tornadoes 1950–2025, hail 1955–2025. Distances are to each tornado's track; ratings before February 2007 use the original Fujita scale.
On TALON you get Atka's live radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks with arrival times and NWS warnings free; close-up radar and rotation detection are part of TALON Pro.
Atka radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Atka, AK?
PABC (Bethel, AK), about 757 miles north-northeast. PAKC (King Salmon, AK) is 822 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Atka?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Atka the lowest scan from PABC is about 321,000 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Atka free?
Yes — the US radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and NWS warnings are free in any browser. Close-up radar, rotation detection and longer forecasts are part of TALON Pro.
Should I rely on radar for my safety?
No app replaces official warnings. When the National Weather Service issues a warning for Atka, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.