Wamsutter, WY Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Wamsutter, Sweetwater County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Wamsutter?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 91 days in the East Sweetwater County forecast zone and Sweetwater County — the most common reported hazard around Wamsutter, mostly in March and December. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (69 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (39 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 91 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 69 | Jun 2026 | May 28, 2014 · $15,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 39 | May 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 8 | Jan 2024 | — |
| Excessive heat | 8 | Mar 2026 | — |
| Flash flooding | 8 | Aug 2024 | Jul 28, 2021 · $750,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 6 | Aug 2020 | Apr 13, 2002 · $261,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 4 | Apr 2023 | — |
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 East Sweetwater County forecast zone and Sweetwater County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Wamsutter get?
A normal year brings about 51 inches of snow to Wamsutter, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Wamsutter weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually December (8.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 | 7.0 | 8.8 | 7.8 | 7.6 | 7.2 | 6.1 | 2.5 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Wamsutter?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRIW (Riverton, WY), about 100 miles north-northwest. 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 Wamsutter | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRIW Riverton, WY | 100 mi north-northwest | 9,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KCYS Cheyenne, WY | 168 mi east | 21,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGJX Grand Junction, CO | 181 mi south | 24,600 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 Wamsutter
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 7 tornadoes within 25 miles of Wamsutter. Most came in August and May. The strongest was an EF0 on May 26, 2017, which passed about 12 miles west of town.
Hail: 3 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on April 25, 2009.
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 Wamsutter'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.
Wamsutter radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Wamsutter, WY?
KRIW (Riverton, WY), about 100 miles north-northwest. KCYS (Cheyenne, WY) is 168 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Wamsutter?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Wamsutter the lowest scan from KRIW is about 9,600 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Wamsutter 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 Wamsutter, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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