Hammett, ID Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Hammett, Elmore County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Hammett?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 36 days in the Upper Treasure Valley forecast zone and Elmore County — the most common reported hazard around Hammett, mostly in December and January. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (34 days) and high winds (23 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 36 | Mar 2024 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 34 | May 2026 | May 1, 2021 · 3 deaths |
| High winds | 23 | May 2026 | Mar 29, 2009 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 13 | Aug 2023 | Jul 22, 2008 · $100,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 8 | Aug 2015 | Aug 25, 2008 · 1 death · $5.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 6 | May 2017 | May 7, 2017 · $100,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 1 | May 2002 | — |
| Debris flows | 1 | Aug 2014 | — |
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 Upper Treasure Valley forecast zone and Elmore County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Hammett?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KCBX (Boise, ID), about 54 miles 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 Hammett | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCBX Boise, ID | 54 mi northwest | 4,000 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KSFX Pocatello, ID | 141 mi east | 16,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLRX Elko, NV | 167 mi south-southwest | 21,700 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 Hammett
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 4 tornadoes within 25 miles of Hammett. Most came in August and April. The strongest was an F1 on August 10, 1986, which touched down about 10 miles east of town. The most recent was an EF0 on July 25, 2024, which touched down about 8 miles east of town.
Hail: 5 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.50-inch hail on June 25, 1998.
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 Hammett'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.
Hammett radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Hammett, ID?
KCBX (Boise, ID), about 54 miles northwest. KSFX (Pocatello, ID) is 141 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Hammett?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Hammett the lowest scan from KCBX is about 4,000 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Hammett 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 Hammett, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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