Sibley, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Sibley, Barnes County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Sibley?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 82 days in the Barnes forecast zone and Barnes County — the most common reported hazard around Sibley, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (81 days) and blizzards (77 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 82 | Jun 2026 | Jul 15, 2007 · $5.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 81 | Apr 2026 | Nov 27, 2005 · $250,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 77 | Feb 2024 | Apr 5, 1997 · $6.0 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 69 | Jan 2026 | Mar 8, 2003 · $50,000 damage |
| High winds | 28 | Aug 2025 | Jun 11, 2008 · $500,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 15 | Aug 2025 | Jun 20, 2013 · $250,000 damage |
| Flooding | 12 | Aug 2011 | Jun 17, 2007 · $3.4 million damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 8 | Dec 2023 | Apr 4, 1997 · $6.0 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 Barnes forecast zone and Barnes County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Sibley get?
A normal year brings about 42 inches of snow to Sibley, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Cooperstown weather station 13.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (9.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | 5.9 | 9.7 | 8.4 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 2.5 | 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 Sibley?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 37 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 Sibley | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMVX Grand Forks, ND | 37 mi northeast | 2,400 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KABR Aberdeen, SD | 124 mi south | 13,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 135 mi west-southwest | 15,400 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 Sibley
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 92 tornadoes within 25 miles of Sibley, 18 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F3 on August 23, 1968, which passed about 24 miles west-southwest of town. The most recent was an EF1 on August 8, 2025, which touched down about 17 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 278 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 32 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on July 17, 2001.
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 Sibley'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.
Sibley radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Sibley, ND?
KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 37 miles northeast. KABR (Aberdeen, SD) is 124 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Sibley?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Sibley the lowest scan from KMVX is about 2,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Sibley 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 Sibley, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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