Horizon Colony, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Horizon Colony, Glacier County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Horizon 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 Horizon 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 Horizon Colony?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 95 miles south-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 Horizon Colony | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 95 mi south-southeast | 8,900 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMSX Missoula, MT | 142 mi southwest | 16,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KOTX Spokane, WA | 259 mi west-southwest | 45,400 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 Horizon Colony
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 9 tornadoes within 25 miles of Horizon Colony, 1 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an F2 on May 7, 1982, which touched down about 19 miles northeast of town. The most recent was an F1 on June 13, 2006, which passed about 20 miles west-southwest of town.
Hail: 55 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 7, 2022.
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 Horizon 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.
Horizon Colony radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Horizon Colony, MT?
KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 95 miles south-southeast. KMSX (Missoula, MT) is 142 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Horizon Colony?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Horizon Colony the lowest scan from KTFX is about 8,900 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Horizon 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 Horizon Colony, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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