Diomede, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Diomede, Nome County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Diomede?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged coastal flooding on 2 days in the Shishmaref forecast zone and Nome County — the most common reported hazard around Diomede, mostly in August and October. Next come blizzards (2 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal flooding | 2 | Oct 2024 | — |
| Blizzards | 2 | Mar 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 Shishmaref forecast zone and Nome County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Diomede?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAEC (Nome, AK), about 137 miles 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 Diomede | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAEC Nome, AK | 137 mi southeast | 15,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 408 mi southeast | 101,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAPD Pedro Dome, AK | 619 mi east | 219,800 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 Diomede
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Diomede 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 Diomede'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.
Diomede radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Diomede, AK?
PAEC (Nome, AK), about 137 miles southeast. PABC (Bethel, AK) is 408 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Diomede?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Diomede the lowest scan from PAEC is about 15,700 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Diomede 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 Diomede, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.