Hidden Lake Colony, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Hidden Lake Colony, Glacier County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Hidden Lake Colony?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 96 days in the Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera forecast zone and Glacier County — the most common reported hazard around Hidden Lake Colony, mostly in February and January. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (26 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (11 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 96 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 26 | May 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 11 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 7 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 3 | Mar 2024 | — |
| Flash flooding | 2 | Jun 2002 | — |
| Blizzards | 1 | Mar 2026 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 1 | Jul 2013 | — |
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 Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera forecast zone and Glacier County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Hidden Lake Colony?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 97 miles 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 Hidden Lake Colony | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 97 mi southeast | 9,100 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMSX Missoula, MT | 125 mi south-southwest | 13,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KOTX Spokane, WA | 240 mi west-southwest | 39,900 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 Hidden Lake Colony
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 3 tornadoes within 25 miles of Hidden Lake Colony. Most came in June. The strongest was an F1 on June 13, 2006, which passed about 3 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 56 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 June 13, 2006.
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 Hidden Lake Colony'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.
Hidden Lake Colony radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Hidden Lake Colony, MT?
KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 97 miles southeast. KMSX (Missoula, MT) is 125 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Hidden Lake Colony?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Hidden Lake Colony the lowest scan from KTFX is about 9,100 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Hidden Lake Colony 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 Hidden Lake Colony, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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