Newell, CA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Newell, Modoc County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Newell?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous cold on 30 days in the Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties forecast zone and Modoc County — the most common reported hazard around Newell, mostly in June and September. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (20 days) and high winds (9 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 30 | Dec 2009 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 20 | Dec 2025 | — |
| High winds | 9 | Nov 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 8 | Feb 2025 | Feb 3, 2025 · $1.0 million damage |
| Wildfires | 7 | Aug 2025 | — |
| 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 Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties forecast zone and Modoc County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Newell get?
A normal year brings about 23 inches of snow to Newell, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Tulelake weather station 7.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (6.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 6.2 | 4.0 | 2.8 | 1.6 | 0.1 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Newell?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMAX (Medford, OR), about 71 miles west. 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 Newell | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAX Medford, OR | 71 mi west | 5,800 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 166 mi south | 21,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KRGX Reno, NV | 178 mi southeast | 24,000 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 Newell
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 1 tornado within 25 miles of Newell. The strongest was an F1 on May 22, 1958, which touched down about 4 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 3 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.25-inch hail on June 11, 1997.
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 Newell'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.
Newell radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Newell, CA?
KMAX (Medford, OR), about 71 miles west. KBBX (Beale AFB, CA) is 166 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Newell?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Newell the lowest scan from KMAX is about 5,800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Newell 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 Newell, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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