Wheatland, MT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Wheatland, Broadwater County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Wheatland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 34 days in the Canyon Ferry Area forecast zone and Broadwater County — the most common reported hazard around Wheatland, mostly in July and August. Next come high winds (7 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (3 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 34 | May 2026 | — |
| High winds | 7 | May 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 3 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 3 | Jun 2018 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Jan 2024 | — |
| Flash flooding | 2 | Jun 2023 | Jun 10, 2023 · $100,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 1 | Dec 2025 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 1 | May 2007 | May 18, 2007 · 1 death |
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 Canyon Ferry Area forecast zone and Broadwater County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Wheatland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 104 miles north. 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 Wheatland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTFX Great Falls, MT | 104 mi north | 10,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KMSX Missoula, MT | 137 mi northwest | 15,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBLX Billings, MT | 143 mi east | 16,800 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 Wheatland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 4 tornadoes within 25 miles of Wheatland. Most came in July and June. The strongest was an F0 on July 2, 1997, which touched down about 13 miles east-southeast of town.
Hail: 29 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 2 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.25-inch hail on June 21, 1988.
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 Wheatland'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.
Wheatland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Wheatland, MT?
KTFX (Great Falls, MT), about 104 miles north. KMSX (Missoula, MT) is 137 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Wheatland?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Wheatland the lowest scan from KTFX is about 10,200 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Wheatland 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 Wheatland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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