Reeder, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Reeder, Adams County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Reeder?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 91 days in the Adams forecast zone and Adams County — the most common reported hazard around Reeder, mostly in May and October. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (61 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (47 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 91 | May 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 61 | Sep 2025 | Jun 15, 2025 · $1.1 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 47 | Apr 2026 | Oct 4, 2013 · $2.7 million damage |
| Blizzards | 32 | Mar 2023 | Jan 24, 2010 · $2.0 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 20 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Flooding | 3 | Apr 2009 | Mar 6, 2009 · $127,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 2 | Oct 2012 | Oct 17, 2012 · $4.0 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 2 | Aug 2000 | Jun 22, 1998 · $10,000 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 Adams forecast zone and Adams County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Reeder get?
A normal year brings about 33 inches of snow to Reeder, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Reeder weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually January (6.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 6.4 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 3.7 | 0.6 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Reeder?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 114 miles east-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 Reeder | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 114 mi east-northeast | 11,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KUDX Rapid City, SD | 137 mi south | 15,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KMBX Minot AFB, ND | 186 mi north-northeast | 25,800 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 Reeder
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 32 tornadoes within 25 miles of Reeder, 1 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an F3 on July 19, 1952, which passed about 20 miles north-northwest of town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 17, 2025, which touched down about 14 miles east of town.
Hail: 228 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 31 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on August 4, 1964.
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 Reeder'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.
Reeder radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Reeder, ND?
KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 114 miles east-northeast. KUDX (Rapid City, SD) is 137 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Reeder?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Reeder the lowest scan from KBIS is about 11,700 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Reeder 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 Reeder, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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