Nikiski, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Nikiski, Kenai Peninsula County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
Which radars cover Nikiski?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAHG (Kenai, AK), about 4 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 Nikiski | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 4 mi west | 200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| PAIH Middleton Island, AK | 191 mi east-southeast | 27,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 236 mi southwest | 38,600 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 Nikiski
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Nikiski 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 Nikiski'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.
Nikiski radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Nikiski, AK?
PAHG (Kenai, AK), about 4 miles west. PAIH (Middleton Island, AK) is 191 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Nikiski?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Nikiski the lowest scan from PAHG is about 200 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for Nikiski 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 Nikiski, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Kenai, AK radar 11 mi
- Soldotna, AK radar 17 mi