Glen Acres, NM Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Glen Acres, Hidalgo County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Glen Acres?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 27 days in the Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley forecast zone and Hidalgo County — the most common reported hazard around Glen Acres, mostly in July and August. Next come dust storms (26 days) and high winds (13 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 27 | Jun 2026 | Aug 9, 2017 · 1 death · $50,000 damage |
| Dust storms | 26 | Jun 2026 | Feb 27, 2025 · 3 deaths |
| High winds | 13 | Apr 2026 | — |
| Flash flooding | 8 | Aug 2025 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Feb 2020 | — |
| Excessive heat | 1 | Jul 2023 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 1 | Jan 2025 | — |
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 Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley forecast zone and Hidalgo County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Glen Acres?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KEMX (Tucson, AZ), about 117 miles west-southwest. 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 Glen Acres | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEMX Tucson, AZ | 117 mi west-southwest | 12,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KEPZ El Paso, TX | 123 mi east-southeast | 13,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KHDX Holloman AFB, NM | 159 mi east-northeast | 19,900 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 Glen Acres
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 3 tornadoes within 25 miles of Glen Acres. Most came in September and October. The strongest was an EF0 on September 6, 2007, which passed about 22 miles northeast of town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on September 1, 2016, which touched down about 2 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 8 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 10, 2013.
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 Glen Acres'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.
Glen Acres radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Glen Acres, NM?
KEMX (Tucson, AZ), about 117 miles west-southwest. KEPZ (El Paso, TX) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Glen Acres?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Glen Acres the lowest scan from KEMX is about 12,200 ft up — limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms.
Is TALON's radar for Glen Acres 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 Glen Acres, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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