Chilchinbito, AZ Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Chilchinbito, Navajo County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Chilchinbito?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged flash flooding on 95 days in the Chinle Valley forecast zone and Navajo County — the most common reported hazard around Chilchinbito, mostly in July and August. Next come flooding (25 days) and dust storms (23 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash flooding | 95 | Sep 2025 | Aug 11, 2022 · $30,000 damage |
| Flooding | 25 | Oct 2025 | Mar 22, 2023 · 1 death |
| Dust storms | 23 | May 2021 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 21 | Jan 2026 | Jan 12, 1997 · 1 death |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 21 | Sep 2025 | Apr 23, 1997 · $6,000 damage |
| High winds | 8 | Dec 2021 | — |
| Wildfires | 6 | Jul 2003 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 5 | Jul 2013 | Jul 19, 2013 · 1 death |
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 Chinle Valley forecast zone and Navajo County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Chilchinbito?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFSX (Flagstaff, AZ), about 147 miles south-southwest. 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 Chilchinbito | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFSX Flagstaff, AZ | 147 mi south-southwest | 17,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KICX Cedar City, UT | 173 mi west-northwest | 22,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KABX Albuquerque, NM | 203 mi east-southeast | 30,000 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 Chilchinbito
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 1 tornado within 25 miles of Chilchinbito. The strongest was an F0 on May 25, 1996, which touched down about 20 miles northwest of town.
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 Chilchinbito'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.
Chilchinbito radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Chilchinbito, AZ?
KFSX (Flagstaff, AZ), about 147 miles south-southwest. KICX (Cedar City, UT) is 173 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Chilchinbito?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Chilchinbito the lowest scan from KFSX is about 17,700 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Chilchinbito 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 Chilchinbito, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.