Fernley, NV Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Fernley, Lyon County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Fernley?
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 Lyon County — the most common reported hazard around Fernley, 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 | 21 | May 2026 | Jul 12, 2002 · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 21 | Jun 2026 | Jan 5, 2008 · $6.6 million damage |
| Flooding | 11 | Mar 2023 | Jan 8, 2017 · $1.3 million damage |
| Wildfires | 5 | Sep 2017 | — |
| Debris flows | 4 | Mar 2023 | Sep 14, 2013 · $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 Lyon County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Fernley?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRGX (Reno, NV), about 20 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 Fernley | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRGX Reno, NV | 20 mi northwest | 1,100 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 130 mi west | 14,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLRX Elko, NV | 150 mi east-northeast | 18,200 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 Fernley
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 5 tornadoes within 25 miles of Fernley. Most came in June and November. The strongest was an F1 on November 3, 1973, which passed about 21 miles north-northwest of town. The most recent was an F0 on June 11, 1998, which touched down about 4 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 6 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 1 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on June 24, 2005.
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 Fernley'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.
Fernley radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Fernley, NV?
KRGX (Reno, NV), about 20 miles northwest. KBBX (Beale AFB, CA) is 130 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Fernley?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Fernley the lowest scan from KRGX is about 1,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Fernley 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 Fernley, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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