Dodson, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Dodson, Phillips County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Dodson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 112 days in the Central and Southeast Phillips forecast zone and Phillips County — the most common reported hazard around Dodson, mostly in July and June. Next come high winds (66 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (53 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 112 | May 2026 | Jul 4, 2015 · $80,000 damage |
| High winds | 66 | Apr 2026 | May 4, 2010 · $15,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 53 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 37 | Apr 2023 | May 23, 2008 · $1,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 31 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Blizzards | 12 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Flash flooding | 12 | Aug 2014 | Jul 3, 1998 · $15,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | Jan 2026 | Jan 19, 2010 · $4,000 damage |
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 Central and Southeast Phillips forecast zone and Phillips County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Dodson get?
A normal year brings about 10 inches of snow to Dodson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Dodson 1 Wnw weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually November (3.5 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 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 Dodson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KGGW (Glasgow, MT), about 76 miles east. 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 Dodson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KGGW Glasgow, MT | 76 mi east | 6,400 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 159 mi west-southwest | 20,000 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBLX Billings, MT | 176 mi south | 23,700 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 Dodson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 3 tornadoes within 25 miles of Dodson. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F0 on June 28, 1971, which touched down about 4 miles north-northwest of town. The most recent was an EF0 on July 31, 2014, which touched down about 8 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 46 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 3 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on June 29, 2011.
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 Dodson'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.
Dodson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Dodson, MT?
KGGW (Glasgow, MT), about 76 miles east. KTFX (Great Falls, MT) is 159 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Dodson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Dodson the lowest scan from KGGW is about 6,400 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Dodson 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 Dodson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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