Unalakleet, AK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Unalakleet, Nome County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Unalakleet?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 3 days in the Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills forecast zone and Nome County — the most common reported hazard around Unalakleet, mostly in January and October. Next come coastal flooding (2 days) and blizzards (2 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 3 | Jan 2026 | Oct 12, 2025 · $125,000 damage |
| Coastal flooding | 2 | Oct 2025 | — |
| Blizzards | 2 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | 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 Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills forecast zone and Nome County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Unalakleet?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is PAEC (Nome, AK), about 141 miles west-northwest. 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 Unalakleet | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAEC Nome, AK | 141 mi west-northwest | 16,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PABC Bethel, AK | 218 mi south | 33,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| PAHG Kenai, AK | 374 mi east-southeast | 87,300 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 Unalakleet
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Unalakleet 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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Unalakleet radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Unalakleet, AK?
PAEC (Nome, AK), about 141 miles west-northwest. PABC (Bethel, AK) is 218 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Unalakleet?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Unalakleet the lowest scan from PAEC is about 16,500 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Unalakleet 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 Unalakleet, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.