Brimhall Nizhoni, NM Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Brimhall Nizhoni, McKinley County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Brimhall Nizhoni?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged flash flooding on 42 days in the Northwest Plateau forecast zone and McKinley County — the most common reported hazard around Brimhall Nizhoni, mostly in July and August. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (19 days) and high winds (14 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash flooding | 42 | Sep 2025 | Jul 11, 2008 · 3 deaths · $40,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 19 | Jun 2026 | Dec 15, 2021 · $150,000 damage |
| High winds | 14 | Feb 2026 | Apr 19, 2023 · $10,000 damage |
| Dust storms | 3 | Jul 2022 | — |
| Wildfires | 2 | May 2021 | May 16, 2021 · $300,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Nov 2024 | — |
| Excessive heat | 1 | Jul 2021 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 1 | Dec 1997 | Dec 27, 1997 · 1 death |
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 Northwest Plateau forecast zone and McKinley County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Brimhall Nizhoni?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KABX (Albuquerque, NM), about 111 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 Brimhall Nizhoni | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KABX Albuquerque, NM | 111 mi east-southeast | 11,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KFSX Flagstaff, AZ | 168 mi west-southwest | 21,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGJX Grand Junction, CO | 227 mi north | 36,300 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 Brimhall Nizhoni
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 2 tornadoes within 25 miles of Brimhall Nizhoni.
Hail: 2 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.00-inch hail on September 21, 1997.
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.
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Brimhall Nizhoni radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Brimhall Nizhoni, NM?
KABX (Albuquerque, NM), about 111 miles east-southeast. KFSX (Flagstaff, AZ) is 168 miles away and also covers the area.
How often does Brimhall Nizhoni flood?
Since 1996 the National Weather Service has logged flash flooding on 42 days in the Northwest Plateau forecast zone and McKinley County; the deadliest was on July 11, 2008, with 3 deaths. TALON's free flash-flood risk layer shows, every 2 minutes, how close the rain that has fallen is to what it takes to flood — turn it on under Layers.
Is TALON's radar for Brimhall Nizhoni 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 Brimhall Nizhoni, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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