ARMOR Doppler Weather Radar

ARMOR is a research weather radar system at Huntsville International Airport that monitors weather patterns across the region. The system uses dual-polarimetric technology to gather detailed information about precipitation and atmospheric conditions.

The system began as a National Weather Service radar in 1977 and received Doppler upgrades in 1991 to improve storm detection. Additional enhancements in 2004 added dual-polarimetric capabilities for more detailed atmospheric analysis.

The radar is operated by the University of Alabama in Huntsville and a local television station for meteorological research and education purposes. This partnership allows the region to gather advanced weather data that supports scientific advancement in storm study.

The radar is located on airport grounds and is not open to the public, but its research data is freely available online. Those interested in storm research can access the collected information through university websites and weather databases.

Data from this radar contributes to international satellite missions focused on measuring precipitation patterns worldwide. This global collaboration allows the findings to support environmental monitoring and cloud physics research beyond the local region.

Location: Huntsville

Elevation above the sea: 206 m

Diameter: 3.7 m

Part of: University of Alabama in Huntsville

GPS coordinates: 34.64614,-86.77153

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00