Tolna, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Tolna, Nelson County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Tolna?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous cold on 79 days in the Nelson forecast zone and Nelson County — the most common reported hazard around Tolna, mostly in January and February. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (77 days) and blizzards (66 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 79 | Jan 2026 | Mar 8, 2003 · $5,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 77 | Feb 2026 | Nov 6, 2000 · $2,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 66 | Dec 2025 | Apr 5, 1997 · $6.0 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 63 | Jun 2025 | Jun 10, 2017 · $60,000 damage |
| Flooding | 42 | Aug 2011 | Aug 1, 2001 · $5.0 million damage |
| High winds | 32 | Oct 2024 | Nov 1, 1999 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 15 | Sep 2019 | Jun 12, 2000 · $14 million damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | 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 Nelson forecast zone and Nelson County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Tolna?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 56 miles east-southeast. 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 Tolna | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMVX Grand Forks, ND | 56 mi east-southeast | 4,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KMBX Minot AFB, ND | 119 mi west-northwest | 12,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 131 mi west-southwest | 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 Tolna
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 78 tornadoes within 25 miles of Tolna, 7 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an EF3 on August 26, 2007, which passed about 24 miles east of town. The most recent was an EF0 on August 8, 2025, which touched down about 12 miles south of town.
Hail: 216 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 25 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 8.00-inch hail on July 21, 1969.
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 Tolna'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.
Tolna radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Tolna, ND?
KMVX (Grand Forks, ND), about 56 miles east-southeast. KMBX (Minot AFB, ND) is 119 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Tolna?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Tolna the lowest scan from KMVX is about 4,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Tolna 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 Tolna, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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