Hobson, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Hobson, Judith Basin County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Hobson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 48 days in the Judith Basin County and Judith Gap forecast zone and Judith Basin County — the most common reported hazard around Hobson, mostly in February and December. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (45 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (14 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 48 | May 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 45 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 14 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 5 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 5 | Jul 2019 | May 19, 2011 · $50,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 4 | Sep 2001 | — |
| Blizzards | 2 | Mar 2026 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 1 | Jan 2023 | — |
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 Judith Basin County and Judith Gap forecast zone and Judith Basin County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Hobson get?
A normal year brings about 44 inches of snow to Hobson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Moccasin Exp Stn weather station 5.4 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (8.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | 5.5 | 5.8 | 8.1 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.5 | 1.7 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Hobson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 78 miles west-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 Hobson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 78 mi west-northwest | 6,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KBLX Billings, MT | 100 mi southeast | 9,500 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KGGW Glasgow, MT | 173 mi east-northeast | 22,900 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 Hobson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 28 tornadoes within 25 miles of Hobson, 3 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an F2 on August 14, 1999, which passed about 22 miles east-northeast of town. The most recent was an EF0 on July 6, 2022, which touched down about 19 miles west-northwest of town.
Hail: 152 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 18 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on June 25, 1996.
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 Hobson'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.
Hobson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Hobson, MT?
KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 78 miles west-northwest. KBLX (Billings, MT) is 100 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Hobson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Hobson the lowest scan from KTFX is about 6,600 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Hobson 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 Hobson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.