Chiniak, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Chiniak, Kodiak Island County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Chiniak?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 3 days in the Kodiak Island Northeast forecast zone and Kodiak Island County — the most common reported hazard around Chiniak, mostly in February and October.
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 3 | Feb 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 Kodiak Island Northeast forecast zone and Kodiak Island County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Chiniak get?
A normal year brings about 70 inches of snow to Chiniak, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Kodiak Ap weather station 14.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (15.6 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.7 | 6.1 | 15.6 | 14.5 | 14.4 | 12.3 | 6.2 | 0.5 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Chiniak?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 176 miles west-northwest. 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 Chiniak | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 176 mi west-northwest | 23,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 220 mi north | 34,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAIH Middleton Island, AK | 252 mi east-northeast | 43,300 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 Chiniak
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Chiniak 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 Chiniak'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.
Chiniak radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Chiniak, AK?
PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 176 miles west-northwest. PAHG (Kenai, AK) is 220 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Chiniak?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Chiniak the lowest scan from PAKC is about 23,500 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Chiniak 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 Chiniak, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Kodiak, AK radar 16 mi