Fallon Station, NV Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Fallon Station, Churchill County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Fallon Station?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 85 days in the Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake forecast zone and Churchill County — the most common reported hazard around Fallon Station, mostly in January and March. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (29 days) and dust storms (29 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 85 | Apr 2026 | Nov 7, 2002 · 1 death · $250,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 29 | Feb 2026 | Mar 7, 2002 · 2 deaths · $150,000 damage |
| Dust storms | 29 | Jul 2025 | Nov 20, 2009 · 1 death · $50,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 25 | Sep 2025 | Jun 18, 2003 · $10,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 5 | Sep 2017 | — |
| Flooding | 4 | Oct 2010 | Dec 12, 1996 · $100,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 2 | Jul 2007 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 2 | Jan 2008 | Dec 21, 2006 · 1 death · $5,000 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 Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake forecast zone and Churchill County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Fallon Station get?
A normal year brings about 4.5 inches of snow to Fallon Station, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Fallon Exp Stn weather station 4.5 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (1.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.3 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 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 Fallon Station?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRGX (Reno, NV), about 46 miles west-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 Fallon Station | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRGX Reno, NV | 46 mi west-northwest | 3,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KLRX Elko, NV | 136 mi northeast | 15,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 156 mi west | 19,300 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 Fallon Station
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 4 tornadoes within 25 miles of Fallon Station. Most came in May and June. The strongest was an F0 on May 17, 1987, which passed about 3 miles east-southeast of town. The most recent was an F0 on June 14, 1997, which touched down about 18 miles south of town.
Hail: 6 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.25-inch hail on July 21, 2008.
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 Fallon Station'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.
Fallon Station radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Fallon Station, NV?
KRGX (Reno, NV), about 46 miles west-northwest. KLRX (Elko, NV) is 136 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Fallon Station?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Fallon Station the lowest scan from KRGX is about 3,200 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Fallon Station 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 Fallon Station, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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