Grass Valley, NV Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Grass Valley, Pershing County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Grass Valley?
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 Pershing County — the most common reported hazard around Grass Valley, 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 | Jun 2026 | Jul 11, 2001 · $100,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 5 | Sep 2017 | — |
| Flooding | 4 | May 2006 | 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 Pershing County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Grass Valley get?
A normal year brings about 22 inches of snow to Grass Valley, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Winnemucca Muni Ap weather station 7.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (5.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 2.6 | 5.9 | 4.4 | 3.7 | 3.0 | 1.8 | 0.1 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Grass Valley?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KLRX (Elko, NV), about 50 miles east. 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 Grass Valley | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLRX Elko, NV | 50 mi east | 3,600 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KRGX Reno, NV | 115 mi southwest | 11,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KCBX Boise, ID | 202 mi north-northeast | 29,700 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 Grass Valley
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 5 tornadoes within 25 miles of Grass Valley. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an EF0 on April 24, 2011, which touched down about 7 miles northwest of town. The most recent was an EF0 on May 11, 2018, which touched down about 22 miles east of town.
Hail: 2 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.50-inch hail on July 4, 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 Grass Valley'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.
Grass Valley radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Grass Valley, NV?
KLRX (Elko, NV), about 50 miles east. KRGX (Reno, NV) is 115 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Grass Valley?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Grass Valley the lowest scan from KLRX is about 3,600 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Grass Valley 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 Grass Valley, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Winnemucca, NV radar 12 mi
- Lovelock, NV radar 57 mi