Metlakatla, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Metlakatla, Prince of Wales-Hyder County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Metlakatla?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 17 days in the Annette Island forecast zone and Prince of Wales-Hyder County — the most common reported hazard around Metlakatla, mostly in January and November. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (4 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 17 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 4 | Jan 2025 | — |
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 Annette Island forecast zone and Prince of Wales-Hyder County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Metlakatla get?
A normal year brings about 35 inches of snow to Metlakatla, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Annette Island Ap weather station 5.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (8.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 3.6 | 8.1 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 7.8 | 1.0 | 0.0 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Metlakatla?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PACG (Biorka Island, AK), about 195 miles 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 Metlakatla | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PACG Biorka Island, AK | 195 mi northwest | 27,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KATX Seattle/Tacoma, WA | 616 mi southeast | 218,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAIH Middleton Island, AK | 627 mi northwest | 225,400 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 Metlakatla
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Metlakatla 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 Metlakatla'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.
Metlakatla radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Metlakatla, AK?
PACG (Biorka Island, AK), about 195 miles northwest. KATX (Seattle/Tacoma, WA) is 616 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Metlakatla?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Metlakatla the lowest scan from PACG is about 27,900 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Metlakatla 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 Metlakatla, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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