Goodrich, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Goodrich, Sheridan County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Goodrich?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 56 days in the Sheridan forecast zone and Sheridan County — the most common reported hazard around Goodrich, mostly in December and April. Next come high winds (51 days) and blizzards (39 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 56 | Apr 2026 | Apr 2, 2010 · $700,000 damage |
| High winds | 51 | Mar 2026 | May 25, 2010 · $30,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 39 | Dec 2025 | Jan 9, 1997 · $1.5 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 35 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 27 | Jun 2026 | Jun 13, 2022 · $200,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 1 | Jul 2011 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 1 | Dec 2023 | — |
| Dust storms | 1 | May 2026 | — |
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 Sheridan forecast zone and Sheridan County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Goodrich get?
A normal year brings about 45 inches of snow to Goodrich, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Mc Clusky weather station 14.9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (9.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 8.8 | 9.3 | 7.8 | 5.6 | 5.9 | 4.4 | 0.4 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Goodrich?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 57 miles south-southwest. 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 Goodrich | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 57 mi south-southwest | 4,300 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KMBX Minot AFB, ND | 72 mi north-northwest | 5,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KMVX Grand Forks, ND | 131 mi east | 14,600 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 Goodrich
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 50 tornadoes within 25 miles of Goodrich, 7 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in July and June. The strongest was an F4 on July 1, 1952, which passed about 25 miles south-southeast of town and caused 1 death. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on September 14, 2025, which touched down about 21 miles south of town.
Hail: 105 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 16 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on August 24, 1983.
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 Goodrich'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.
Goodrich radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Goodrich, ND?
KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 57 miles south-southwest. KMBX (Minot AFB, ND) is 72 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Goodrich?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Goodrich the lowest scan from KBIS is about 4,300 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Goodrich 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 Goodrich, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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