Lincoln, AR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Lincoln, Washington County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Lincoln?
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 Lincoln, 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 Lincoln get?
A normal year brings about 5.5 inches of snow to Lincoln, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Odell 2 N weather station 11.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 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 Lincoln?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSRX (Fort Smith, AR), about 46 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 Lincoln | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 46 mi south | 3,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 66 mi west-northwest | 5,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 105 mi north-northeast | 10,400 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 Lincoln
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 112 tornadoes within 25 miles of Lincoln, 31 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF3 on December 31, 2010, which passed about 8 miles northwest of town and caused 4 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on June 18, 2025, which passed about 19 miles west of town.
Hail: 365 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 33 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 Lincoln'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.
Lincoln radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Lincoln, AR?
KSRX (Fort Smith, AR), about 46 miles south. KINX (Tulsa, OK) is 66 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Lincoln?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Lincoln the lowest scan from KSRX is about 3,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Lincoln 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 Lincoln, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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