Washtucna, WA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Washtucna, Adams County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Washtucna?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 46 days in the Upper Columbia Basin forecast zone and Adams County — the most common reported hazard around Washtucna, mostly in January and December. Next come dust storms (22 days) and wildfires (18 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 46 | Apr 2023 | Feb 4, 2020 · 1 death |
| Dust storms | 22 | Apr 2025 | Sep 7, 2020 · $150,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 18 | Jun 2026 | Jun 21, 2026 · $4.9 million damage |
| High winds | 15 | Apr 2022 | Apr 4, 2022 · $5.3 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 9 | Jun 2024 | May 30, 2020 · 1 death · $15,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Dec 2020 | Jan 13, 2009 · $2.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 4 | Feb 2017 | Feb 16, 2017 · $200,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 3 | Nov 2010 | — |
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 Upper Columbia Basin forecast zone and Adams County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Washtucna?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KOTX (Spokane, WA), about 72 miles north-northeast. 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 Washtucna | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTX Spokane, WA | 72 mi north-northeast | 5,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KPDT Pendleton, OR | 78 mi south-southwest | 6,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMSX Missoula, MT | 205 mi east | 30,500 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 Washtucna
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 2 tornadoes within 25 miles of Washtucna. The strongest was an F1 on July 1, 1978, which touched down about 24 miles west of town. The most recent was an F0 on August 9, 1982, which touched down about 5 miles south-southeast of town.
Hail: 6 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 10, 1998.
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 Washtucna'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.
Washtucna radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Washtucna, WA?
KOTX (Spokane, WA), about 72 miles north-northeast. KPDT (Pendleton, OR) is 78 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Washtucna?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Washtucna the lowest scan from KOTX is about 5,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Washtucna 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 Washtucna, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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