Ukiah, OR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Ukiah, Umatilla County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Ukiah?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 44 days in the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon forecast zone and Umatilla County — the most common reported hazard around Ukiah, mostly in December and January. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (43 days) and flooding (13 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 44 | May 2024 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 43 | Apr 2026 | Jul 8, 2012 · $51,000 damage |
| Flooding | 13 | Apr 2026 | Feb 6, 2020 · 1 death · $40 million damage |
| Wildfires | 12 | Sep 2014 | Oct 28, 2003 · $240,000 damage |
| High winds | 10 | Dec 2022 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 10 | May 2011 | Apr 21, 2011 · $2,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 6 | Jun 2017 | Apr 26, 2005 · $170,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 5 | Aug 2022 | — |
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 Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon forecast zone and Umatilla County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Ukiah?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPDT (Pendleton, OR), about 39 miles north. 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 Ukiah | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPDT Pendleton, OR | 39 mi north | 2,500 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KCBX Boise, ID | 175 mi southeast | 23,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KOTX Spokane, WA | 187 mi north-northeast | 26,000 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 Ukiah
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 1 tornado within 25 miles of Ukiah. The strongest was an F1 on July 19, 2004, which touched down about 21 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 30 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 2, 2022.
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 Ukiah'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.
Ukiah radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Ukiah, OR?
KPDT (Pendleton, OR), about 39 miles north. KCBX (Boise, ID) is 175 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Ukiah?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Ukiah the lowest scan from KPDT is about 2,500 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Ukiah 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 Ukiah, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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