Tacoma weather radar
The radar map centred on Tacoma: rain, snow and storms over the last hour, with a new image every 2 minutes. Tap the map to check how heavy the rain is at any spot.
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Nearest weather radars
The nearest radar is Seattle (United States), 105 km from the city centre. Its lowest beam passes about 1.6 km above the city, so rain and storms show up well, while light drizzle or fine snow may look weaker on the map.
| Radar | Country | Distance | Beam height over the city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | United States | 105 km | 1.6 km |
| Langley Hill Nw Washington | United States | 127 km | 2 km |
| Portland | United States | 176 km | 3.3 km |
Rain and snow through the year
The wettest month in Tacoma is November (an average of 187 mm), the driest is July (19 mm). On average 1,232 mm of rain and snow falls in a year.
Long-term average precipitation: NASA POWER.
More about this place
Weather radar for nearby cities
- Kent weather radar21 km
- Seattle weather radar41 km
- Everett weather radar83 km
- Victoria weather radar148 km
- Saanich weather radar160 km
- Portland weather radar193 km
FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Tacoma?
The nearest weather radar is Seattle (United States), 105 km from the city centre. Its lowest beam passes about 1.6 km above the city.
How often does the Tacoma radar update?
A new radar image arrives every 2 minutes, and the slider below the map shows the last hour, so you can see which way the rain is moving.
What is the wettest month in Tacoma?
Based on NASA POWER long-term averages, November is the wettest month (187 mm) and July the driest (19 mm).
Does the radar show thunderstorms and lightning?
Yes. Storms show up as yellow, red and purple patches, which means a strong echo from heavy rain and hail. White marks are lightning flashes from the last 15 minutes detected by satellite.
Data sources
NOAA/NWS Multi-Radar Multi-Sensor (MRMS), public domain. Climate: NASA POWER. Map: OpenFreeMap © OpenStreetMap contributors. Data sources