Zeeland, ND Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Zeeland, McIntosh County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Zeeland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 57 days in the McIntosh forecast zone and McIntosh County — the most common reported hazard around Zeeland, mostly in March and December. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (54 days) and blizzards (42 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 57 | Apr 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 54 | Jun 2026 | Sep 23, 2007 · $700,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 42 | Apr 2023 | Jan 25, 2010 · $2.3 million damage |
| High winds | 39 | Mar 2026 | Feb 13, 2011 · $20,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 28 | Feb 2025 | Jan 26, 1996 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 3 | Apr 2009 | Mar 6, 2009 · $94,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 3 | Dec 2023 | Dec 25, 2023 · $750,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 2 | Jul 2011 | — |
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 McIntosh forecast zone and McIntosh County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Zeeland get?
A normal year brings about 30 inches of snow to Zeeland, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Artas 1S weather station 6.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually March (6.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 2.3 | 5.9 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 6.0 | 4.4 | 0.2 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Zeeland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 71 miles northwest. 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 Zeeland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBIS Bismarck, ND | 71 mi northwest | 5,800 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KABR Aberdeen, SD | 77 mi east-southeast | 6,500 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMVX Grand Forks, ND | 160 mi northeast | 20,200 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 Zeeland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 49 tornadoes within 25 miles of Zeeland, 9 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F3 on July 31, 1966, which passed about 18 miles east of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on August 28, 2024, which touched down about 20 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 212 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 20 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.00-inch hail on July 7, 1990.
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 Zeeland'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.
Zeeland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Zeeland, ND?
KBIS (Bismarck, ND), about 71 miles northwest. KABR (Aberdeen, SD) is 77 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Zeeland?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Zeeland the lowest scan from KBIS is about 5,800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Zeeland 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 Zeeland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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