Pitkas Point, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Pitkas Point, Kusilvak County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Pitkas Point?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 2 days in the Lower Yukon River forecast zone and Kusilvak County — the most common reported hazard around Pitkas Point, mostly in October and November. Next come blizzards (2 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (1 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 2 | Oct 2025 | Oct 11, 2025 · $100,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 2 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 1 | Feb 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 Lower Yukon River forecast zone and Kusilvak County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Pitkas Point?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PABC (Bethel, AK), about 98 miles south-southeast. 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 Pitkas Point | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PABC Bethel, AK | 98 mi south-southeast | 9,400 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| PAEC Nome, AK | 181 mi north-northwest | 24,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 325 mi southeast | 67,900 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 Pitkas Point
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Pitkas Point 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.
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Pitkas Point radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Pitkas Point, AK?
PABC (Bethel, AK), about 98 miles south-southeast. PAEC (Nome, AK) is 181 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Pitkas Point?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Pitkas Point the lowest scan from PABC is about 9,400 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Pitkas Point 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 Pitkas Point, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.