Galena, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Galena, Yukon-Koyukuk County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Galena?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 3 days in the Middle Yukon Valley forecast zone and Yukon-Koyukuk County — the most common reported hazard around Galena, mostly in November and February. Next come high winds (3 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 3 | Feb 2026 | — |
| High winds | 3 | Oct 2025 | Oct 12, 2025 · $100,000 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 Middle Yukon Valley forecast zone and Yukon-Koyukuk County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Galena get?
A normal year brings about 77 inches of snow to Galena, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Galena weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually December (15.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | 12.8 | 15.8 | 11.0 | 14.9 | 9.1 | 4.6 | 0.4 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Galena?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAEC (Nome, AK), about 250 miles west. 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 Galena | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAEC Nome, AK | 250 mi west | 42,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAPD Pedro Dome, AK | 276 mi east | 50,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 316 mi south-southwest | 64,500 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 Galena
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Galena 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 Galena'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.
Galena radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Galena, AK?
PAEC (Nome, AK), about 250 miles west. PAPD (Pedro Dome, AK) is 276 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Galena?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Galena the lowest scan from PAEC is about 42,600 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Galena 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 Galena, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.