Springdale Colony, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Springdale Colony, Meagher County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Springdale Colony?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 17 days in the Meagher County Valleys forecast zone and Meagher County — the most common reported hazard around Springdale Colony, mostly in July and June. Next come high winds (8 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (7 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 17 | May 2026 | Jul 3, 2000 · $50,000 damage |
| High winds | 8 | Apr 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 7 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 4 | May 2019 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Apr 2025 | — |
| Flash flooding | 2 | Jun 2023 | — |
| Wildfires | 1 | Aug 1996 | — |
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 Meagher County Valleys forecast zone and Meagher County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Springdale Colony?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 71 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 Springdale Colony | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 71 mi north-northwest | 5,800 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KBLX Billings, MT | 123 mi east-southeast | 13,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KMSX Missoula, MT | 146 mi west-northwest | 17,400 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 Springdale Colony
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 2 tornadoes within 25 miles of Springdale Colony. The strongest was an EF1 on June 5, 2012, which touched down about 9 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 22 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on August 10, 2019.
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.
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Springdale Colony radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Springdale Colony, MT?
KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 71 miles north-northwest. KBLX (Billings, MT) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Springdale Colony?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Springdale Colony the lowest scan from KTFX is about 5,800 ft up — good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly.
Is TALON's radar for Springdale 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 Springdale Colony, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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