Nixon, NV Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Nixon, Washoe County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Nixon?
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 Washoe County — the most common reported hazard around Nixon, mostly in January and March. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (36 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (30 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 85 | Apr 2026 | Nov 7, 2002 · 1 death · $250,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 36 | Jun 2026 | Jul 13, 2002 · $5,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 30 | Feb 2026 | Mar 7, 2002 · 2 deaths · $150,000 damage |
| Dust storms | 29 | Jul 2025 | Nov 20, 2009 · 1 death · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 26 | Jun 2026 | Jun 19, 2026 · $5.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 20 | Jul 2024 | Jan 8, 2017 · $7.0 million damage |
| Wildfires | 6 | Sep 2017 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 5 | Jun 2013 | Jun 28, 2013 · $300,000 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 Washoe County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Nixon?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRGX (Reno, NV), about 7 miles 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 Nixon | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRGX Reno, NV | 7 mi southwest | 400 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 123 mi west | 13,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLRX Elko, NV | 149 mi east-northeast | 17,900 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 Nixon
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 4 tornadoes within 25 miles of Nixon. Most came in June and November. The strongest was an F1 on November 3, 1973, which passed about 2 miles west of town. The most recent was an F0 on August 1, 2002, which touched down about 24 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 3 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 21, 2004.
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 Nixon'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.
Nixon radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Nixon, NV?
KRGX (Reno, NV), about 7 miles southwest. KBBX (Beale AFB, CA) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Nixon?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Nixon the lowest scan from KRGX is about 400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Nixon 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 Nixon, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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