Winslow West, AZ Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Winslow West, Navajo County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Winslow West?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged flash flooding on 95 days in the Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County forecast zone and Navajo County — the most common reported hazard around Winslow West, mostly in July and August. Next come high winds (92 days) and flooding (26 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash flooding | 95 | Sep 2025 | Aug 11, 2022 · $30,000 damage |
| High winds | 92 | May 2026 | Mar 31, 1999 · 2 deaths · $25,000 damage |
| Flooding | 26 | Oct 2025 | Mar 22, 2023 · 1 death |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 22 | Apr 2025 | Mar 20, 2000 · 5 deaths |
| Dust storms | 21 | Feb 2023 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 21 | Sep 2025 | Apr 23, 1997 · $6,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 7 | Jun 2006 | — |
| Excessive heat | 6 | Jun 2017 | — |
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 Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County forecast zone and Navajo County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Winslow West?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFSX (Flagstaff, AZ), about 40 miles 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 Winslow West | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFSX Flagstaff, AZ | 40 mi southwest | 2,700 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KIWA Phoenix, AZ | 130 mi south-southwest | 14,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KEMX Tucson, AZ | 214 mi south | 32,800 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 Winslow West
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 10 tornadoes within 25 miles of Winslow West. Most came in September and June. The strongest was an F0 on September 29, 2004, which passed about 16 miles east of town. The most recent was an EF0 on September 13, 2022, which touched down about 21 miles east of town.
Hail: 9 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 1 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.50-inch hail on June 5, 2015.
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 Winslow West'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.
Winslow West radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Winslow West, AZ?
KFSX (Flagstaff, AZ), about 40 miles southwest. KIWA (Phoenix, AZ) is 130 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Winslow West?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Winslow West the lowest scan from KFSX is about 2,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Winslow West 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 Winslow West, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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