Marion, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Marion, LaMoure County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Marion?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 63 days in the La Moure forecast zone and LaMoure County — the most common reported hazard around Marion, mostly in December and March. Next come blizzards (52 days) and high winds (42 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 63 | Apr 2026 | Oct 10, 2018 · $400,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 52 | Apr 2023 | Apr 4, 1997 · 1 death · $1.5 million damage |
| High winds | 42 | Mar 2026 | Nov 6, 2022 · 1 death · $75,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 41 | Jun 2024 | Jun 2, 2024 · $1.0 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 31 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flash flooding | 7 | Jun 2021 | Jun 8, 2021 · $400,000 damage |
| Flooding | 4 | Apr 2023 | Mar 21, 1997 · 2 deaths · $600,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 3 | Dec 2023 | Dec 25, 2023 · $1.3 million damage |
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 La Moure forecast zone and LaMoure County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Marion get?
A normal year brings about 47 inches of snow to Marion, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Litchville 2Nw weather station 6.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (11.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | 5.9 | 11.2 | 9.4 | 8.2 | 7.6 | 3.7 | 0.1 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Marion?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 79 miles northeast. 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 Marion | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMVX Grand Forks, ND | 79 mi northeast | 6,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KABR Aberdeen, SD | 80 mi south | 6,900 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 115 mi west | 12,000 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 Marion
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 83 tornadoes within 25 miles of Marion, 11 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F4 on July 18, 2004, which crossed near town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 20, 2025, which touched down about 22 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 217 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 35 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on June 30, 1958.
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 Marion'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.
Marion radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Marion, ND?
KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 79 miles northeast. KABR (Aberdeen, SD) is 80 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Marion?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Marion the lowest scan from KMVX is about 6,800 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Marion 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 Marion, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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