Humboldt, KS Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Humboldt, Allen County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Humboldt?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 74 days in the Allen forecast zone and Allen County — the most common reported hazard around Humboldt, mostly in June and August. Next come flooding (30 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (26 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 74 | Jun 2026 | Jul 8, 2009 · $1.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 30 | Aug 2023 | Sep 13, 1998 · $50,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 26 | Jan 2026 | Jan 1, 1999 · $250,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 19 | Aug 2019 | Jul 1, 2007 · $6.0 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 13 | Jul 2021 | Jul 16, 2006 · 1 death |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Feb 2019 | — |
| High winds | 3 | Mar 2025 | Dec 13, 2008 · $10,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 2 | Feb 2021 | — |
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 Allen forecast zone and Allen County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Humboldt get?
A normal year brings about 9.3 inches of snow to Humboldt, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Humboldt weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually January (3.5 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.4 | 3.0 | 3.5 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Humboldt?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTWX (Topeka, KS), about 93 miles north-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 Humboldt | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTWX Topeka, KS | 93 mi north-northwest | 8,500 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KEAX Kansas City, MO | 94 mi northeast | 8,700 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KICT Wichita, KS | 110 mi west | 11,200 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 Humboldt
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 81 tornadoes within 25 miles of Humboldt, 22 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and March. The strongest was an F4 on April 12, 1964, which passed about 23 miles north-northeast of town and caused 3 deaths. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 29, 2024, which touched down about 19 miles west of town.
Hail: 402 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 42 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on September 13, 2005.
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 Humboldt'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.
Humboldt radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Humboldt, KS?
KTWX (Topeka, KS), about 93 miles north-northwest. KEAX (Kansas City, MO) is 94 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Humboldt?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Humboldt the lowest scan from KTWX is about 8,500 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Humboldt 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 Humboldt, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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