South Naknek, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for South Naknek, Bristol Bay County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits South Naknek?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged wildfire on 1 days in the Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon) forecast zone and Bristol Bay County — the most common reported hazard around South Naknek, mostly in June.
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildfires | 1 | Jun 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 Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon) forecast zone and Bristol Bay County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does South Naknek get?
A normal year brings about 47 inches of snow to South Naknek, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the King Salmon weather station 12.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (10.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 6.7 | 10.2 | 8.6 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 4.4 | 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 South Naknek?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 13 miles east. 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 South Naknek | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKC King Salmon, AK | 13 mi east | 700 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 224 mi northwest | 35,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 243 mi northeast | 40,600 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 South Naknek
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of South Naknek 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 South Naknek'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.
South Naknek radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to South Naknek, AK?
PAKC (King Salmon, AK), about 13 miles east. PABC (Bethel, AK) is 224 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near South Naknek?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over South Naknek the lowest scan from PAKC is about 700 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for South Naknek 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 South Naknek, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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