Mabton, WA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Mabton, Yakima County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Mabton?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 52 days in the Yakima Valley forecast zone and Yakima County — the most common reported hazard around Mabton, mostly in December and January. Next come flooding (30 days) and high winds (28 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 52 | Feb 2024 | Nov 21, 2010 · 2 deaths |
| Flooding | 30 | Feb 2020 | Jan 7, 2009 · $1.6 million damage |
| High winds | 28 | Nov 2022 | Apr 14, 2002 · $100,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 23 | Jun 2024 | Feb 12, 2011 · $4.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 11 | May 2015 | May 9, 2005 · $3,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 10 | Aug 2022 | Jul 19, 2005 · 1 death |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 9 | May 2020 | Jul 8, 2012 · $20,000 damage |
| Dust storms | 7 | Mar 2012 | Mar 11, 2012 · $100,000 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 Yakima Valley forecast zone and Yakima County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Mabton?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPDT (Pendleton, OR), about 66 miles east-southeast. 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 Mabton | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPDT Pendleton, OR | 66 mi east-southeast | 5,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KRTX Portland, OR | 147 mi west-southwest | 17,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KOTX Spokane, WA | 151 mi northeast | 18,400 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 Mabton
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 5 tornadoes within 25 miles of Mabton. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F0 on June 7, 2004, which touched down about 17 miles southeast of town. The most recent was an EF0 on August 13, 2014, which touched down about 12 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 9 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 28, 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 Mabton'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.
Mabton radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Mabton, WA?
KPDT (Pendleton, OR), about 66 miles east-southeast. KRTX (Portland, OR) is 147 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Mabton?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Mabton the lowest scan from KPDT is about 5,200 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Mabton 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 Mabton, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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