Atmautluak, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Atmautluak, Bethel County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Atmautluak?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged blizzard conditions on 2 days in the Interior Kuskokwim Delta forecast zone and Bethel County — the most common reported hazard around Atmautluak, mostly in February and January. Next come high winds (1 days) and ice storms & sleet (1 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blizzards | 2 | Feb 2026 | — |
| High winds | 1 | Oct 2025 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 1 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Wildfires | 1 | Jun 2026 | — |
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 Interior Kuskokwim Delta forecast zone and Bethel County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Atmautluak?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PABC (Bethel, AK), about 15 miles east-southeast. 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 Atmautluak | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PABC Bethel, AK | 15 mi east-southeast | 800 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 249 mi southeast | 42,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAEC Nome, AK | 269 mi north-northwest | 48,500 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 Atmautluak
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 1 tornado within 25 miles of Atmautluak. The strongest was an F0 on June 14, 2004, which touched down about 21 miles east-northeast of town.
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 Atmautluak'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.
Atmautluak radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Atmautluak, AK?
PABC (Bethel, AK), about 15 miles east-southeast. PAKC (King Salmon, AK) is 249 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Atmautluak?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Atmautluak the lowest scan from PABC is about 800 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for Atmautluak 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 Atmautluak, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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