NOAA Weather Radio Frequencies

What Are Weather Radio Frequencies?

NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts on 7 special frequencies in the VHF band. These aren't like regular FM radio stations - they're reserved just for weather and emergency information!

All frequencies are between 162.400 MHz and 162.550 MHz. Each weather station in the country uses one of these 7 channels. Knowing them helps you find weather info no matter where you are!

The 7 NOAA Frequencies

Click on any frequency to learn more about it:

Memory Tricks

Here are some fun ways to remember these frequencies:

The "162 Rule"

All frequencies start with 162 - that's easy! Just remember "one-six-two" and you're halfway there.

The "Quarter Jump"

Each channel goes up by 0.025 MHz (a quarter of 0.1). Think of it like counting by quarters:

• .400 → .425 → .450 → .475 → .500 → .525 → .550

The "4-5-5 Pattern"

The last digits follow a pattern: 400, 425, 450, 475, 500, 525, 550

First four start with 4, last three start with 5!

Make a Song!

Try singing to a tune you know: "Four-hundred, four-twenty-five, four-fifty, four-seventy-five, five-hundred, five-twenty-five, five-fifty!"

How to Find Your Local Station

1. Get a weather radio - Many are under $30 and can save your life!
2. Turn it on and set it to scan mode (if available)
3. Listen to each channel - one will have the clearest signal in your area
4. Note your frequency - write it down and post it somewhere you'll remember
5. Test monthly - make sure your radio still works!

Printable Frequency Card

Print this card and keep it in your emergency kit or camping gear!