Oakland, AR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Oakland, Marion County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Oakland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 78 days in the Marion forecast zone and Marion County — the most common reported hazard around Oakland, mostly in July and May. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (43 days) and flash flooding (32 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 78 | Aug 2025 | Aug 1, 2012 · $3.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 43 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2, 2014 · 1 death |
| Flash flooding | 32 | Jun 2026 | Jan 3, 2005 · 1 death |
| Excessive heat | 7 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 4 | Feb 2013 | Jan 26, 2009 · $50 million damage |
| Flooding | 4 | Dec 2024 | May 1, 2011 · $750,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Oct 2007 | Jun 2, 2007 · $25,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 2 | Sep 2008 | Sep 13, 2008 · $500,000 damage |
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 Marion forecast zone and Marion County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Oakland get?
A normal year brings about 7.8 inches of snow to Oakland, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Mtn Home 1 Nnw weather station 12.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (2.6 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.0 | 1.2 | 1.9 | 2.6 | 2.0 | 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 Oakland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 70 miles northwest. 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 Oakland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 70 mi northwest | 5,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KLZK Little Rock, AR | 114 mi south | 11,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 129 mi southwest | 14,200 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 Oakland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 76 tornadoes within 25 miles of Oakland, 18 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on April 2, 1982, which passed about 21 miles east-northeast of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was an EF3 on March 14, 2025, which passed about 19 miles east of town.
Hail: 313 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 32 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on April 19, 2011.
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 Oakland'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.
Oakland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Oakland, AR?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 70 miles northwest. KLZK (Little Rock, AR) is 114 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Oakland?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Oakland the lowest scan from KSGF is about 5,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Oakland 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 Oakland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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- Harrison, AR radar 34 mi
- Calico Rock, AR radar 34 mi
- Marshall, AR radar 38 mi
- Salem, AR radar 42 mi
- Melbourne, AR radar 47 mi