Likely, CA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Likely, Modoc County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Likely?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 51 days in the Modoc County forecast zone and Modoc County — the most common reported hazard around Likely, mostly in December and February. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (38 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (31 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 51 | Mar 2025 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 38 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 31 | Jan 2016 | — |
| Wildfires | 26 | Jul 2024 | Jul 30, 2015 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 9 | Feb 2025 | May 8, 2005 · $2.3 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 5 | Jul 2015 | Jul 6, 2011 · $20,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 4 | Jul 2024 | — |
| Flash flooding | 4 | Apr 2019 | — |
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 Modoc County forecast zone and Modoc County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Likely get?
A normal year brings about 82 inches of snow to Likely, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Jess Valley weather station 11.1 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (16.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9 | 8.1 | 16.2 | 12.5 | 8.7 | 14.5 | 14.4 | 4.2 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Likely?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRGX (Reno, NV), about 116 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 Likely | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRGX Reno, NV | 116 mi south-southeast | 12,000 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KMAX Medford, OR | 129 mi west-northwest | 14,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 134 mi south-southwest | 15,100 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 Likely
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Likely since 1950.
Hail: 3 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 1 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.00-inch hail on July 23, 1958.
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 Likely'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.
Likely radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Likely, CA?
KRGX (Reno, NV), about 116 miles south-southeast. KMAX (Medford, OR) is 129 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Likely?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Likely the lowest scan from KRGX is about 12,000 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Likely 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 Likely, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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