Nikolski, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Nikolski, Aleutians West County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Nikolski?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 2 days in the Unalaska and Nikolski forecast zone and Aleutians West County — the most common reported hazard around Nikolski, mostly in April. Next come storm surge (2 days) and high winds (1 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Apr 2025 | — |
| Storm surge | 2 | Aug 2000 | Aug 3, 2000 · $10,000 damage |
| High winds | 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 Unalaska and Nikolski forecast zone and Aleutians West County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Nikolski?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PABC (Bethel, AK), about 596 miles north-northeast. 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 Nikolski | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PABC Bethel, AK | 596 mi north-northeast | 205,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 611 mi northeast | 214,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAEC Nome, AK | 804 mi north | 360,000 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 Nikolski
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Nikolski 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 Nikolski'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.
Nikolski radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Nikolski, AK?
PABC (Bethel, AK), about 596 miles north-northeast. PAKC (King Salmon, AK) is 611 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Nikolski?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Nikolski the lowest scan from PABC is about 205,100 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Nikolski 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 Nikolski, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.