King Salmon, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for King Salmon, Bristol Bay County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits King Salmon?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged wildfire on 1 days in the Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon) forecast zone and Bristol Bay County — the most common reported hazard around King Salmon, mostly in June.
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon) forecast zone and Bristol Bay County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does King Salmon get?
A normal year brings about 47 inches of snow to King Salmon, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the King Salmon weather station 4.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (10.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 6.7 | 10.2 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 4.4 | 0.6 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover King Salmon?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 5 miles southwest. 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 King Salmon | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 5 mi southwest | 200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 227 mi northeast | 36,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 234 mi northwest | 38,100 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 King Salmon
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of King Salmon 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 King Salmon'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.
King Salmon radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to King Salmon, AK?
PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 5 miles southwest. PAHG (Kenai, AK) is 227 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near King Salmon?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over King Salmon the lowest scan from PAKC is about 200 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for King Salmon 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 King Salmon, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.