Datil, NM Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Datil, Catron County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Datil?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged flash flooding on 28 days in the San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands forecast zone and Catron County — the most common reported hazard around Datil, mostly in July and August. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (8 days) and flooding (6 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash flooding | 28 | Sep 2021 | Sep 14, 2013 · 1 death · $1.5 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 8 | Nov 2024 | — |
| Flooding | 6 | Sep 2013 | Sep 14, 2013 · $100,000 damage |
| High winds | 5 | Mar 2025 | Feb 22, 2023 · $1,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 3 | Jun 2024 | Jun 29, 2024 · $75,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 1 | Apr 2002 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 1 | Aug 2009 | Aug 30, 2009 · 1 death · $1,000 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 San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands forecast zone and Catron County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Datil get?
A normal year brings about 6.6 inches of snow to Datil, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Augustine 2E weather station 13.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (1.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 | 0.5 | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Datil?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KABX (Albuquerque, NM), about 91 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 Datil | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KABX Albuquerque, NM | 91 mi northeast | 8,300 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KHDX Holloman AFB, NM | 123 mi southeast | 13,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KEPZ El Paso, TX | 170 mi south-southeast | 22,300 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 Datil
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Datil since 1950.
Hail: 1 report of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.00-inch hail on October 7, 2025.
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 Datil'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.
Datil radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Datil, NM?
KABX (Albuquerque, NM), about 91 miles northeast. KHDX (Holloman AFB, NM) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Datil?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Datil the lowest scan from KABX is about 8,300 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Datil 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 Datil, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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