Ekwok, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Ekwok, Dillingham County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Ekwok?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 1 days in the Inland Bristol Bay forecast zone and Dillingham County — the most common reported hazard around Ekwok, mostly in January.
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 1 | Jan 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 Inland Bristol Bay forecast zone and Dillingham County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Ekwok?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 56 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 Ekwok | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 56 mi southeast | 4,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 181 mi northwest | 24,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 232 mi east-northeast | 37,600 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 Ekwok
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Ekwok 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 Ekwok'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.
Ekwok radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Ekwok, AK?
PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 56 miles southeast. PABC (Bethel, AK) is 181 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Ekwok?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Ekwok the lowest scan from PAKC is about 4,100 ft up — good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly.
Is TALON's radar for Ekwok 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 Ekwok, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Dillingham, AK radar 42 mi