Johnson, AR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Johnson, Washington County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Johnson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 185 days in the Washington forecast zone and Washington County — the most common reported hazard around Johnson, mostly in May and July. Next come flash flooding (76 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (46 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 185 | Jun 2026 | May 20, 2013 · 1 death · $2,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 76 | Jun 2026 | May 5, 2022 · 1 death |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 46 | Jan 2026 | Feb 8, 2011 · 2 deaths |
| Excessive heat | 12 | Aug 2023 | Jun 24, 2012 · 1 death |
| High winds | 10 | Mar 2025 | Apr 16, 2003 · $100,000 damage |
| Flooding | 8 | Jun 2025 | May 25, 1998 · $5,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Jan 2024 | Jan 26, 2009 · $45 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 7 | Oct 2014 | Sep 22, 2006 · 1 death |
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 Washington forecast zone and Washington County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Johnson get?
A normal year brings about 6.5 inches of snow to Johnson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Fayetteville Drake Fld weather station 8.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (2.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Johnson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSRX (Fort Smith, AR), about 59 miles south. 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 Johnson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 59 mi south | 4,500 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 78 mi west | 6,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 87 mi north-northeast | 7,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
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 Johnson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 124 tornadoes within 25 miles of Johnson, 33 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF3 on December 31, 2010, which passed about 7 miles northwest of town and caused 4 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on June 18, 2025, which touched down about 15 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 445 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 51 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.00-inch hail on May 4, 2020.
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 Johnson'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.
Johnson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Johnson, AR?
KSRX (Fort Smith, AR), about 59 miles south. KINX (Tulsa, OK) is 78 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Johnson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Johnson the lowest scan from KSRX is about 4,500 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Johnson 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 Johnson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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