Nikolaevsk, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Nikolaevsk, Kenai Peninsula County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Nikolaevsk?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged storm surge on 1 days in the SW Kenai Peninsula forecast zone and Kenai Peninsula County — the most common reported hazard around Nikolaevsk, mostly in January. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (1 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storm surge | 1 | Jan 2026 | — |
| 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 SW Kenai Peninsula forecast zone and Kenai Peninsula County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Nikolaevsk get?
A normal year brings about 101 inches of snow to Nikolaevsk, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Homer 8 Nw weather station 6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (26.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | 13.7 | 26.4 | 17.6 | 17.2 | 13.3 | 6.5 | 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 Nikolaevsk?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAHG (Kenai, AK), about 62 miles north. 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 Nikolaevsk | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 62 mi north | 4,800 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| PAIH Middleton Island, AK | 187 mi east | 26,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 195 mi west-southwest | 27,900 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 Nikolaevsk
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Nikolaevsk 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 Nikolaevsk'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.
Nikolaevsk radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Nikolaevsk, AK?
PAHG (Kenai, AK), about 62 miles north. PAIH (Middleton Island, AK) is 187 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Nikolaevsk?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Nikolaevsk the lowest scan from PAHG is about 4,800 ft up — good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly.
Is TALON's radar for Nikolaevsk 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 Nikolaevsk, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Homer, AK radar 13 mi
- Soldotna, AK radar 49 mi
- Kenai, AK radar 52 mi