Paragould, AR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Paragould, Greene County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Paragould?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 109 days in the Greene forecast zone and Greene County — the most common reported hazard around Paragould, mostly in July and August. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (88 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (38 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 109 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 88 | Mar 2026 | Nov 8, 2000 · $250,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 38 | Jan 2026 | Dec 13, 2000 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 36 | Apr 2025 | Dec 24, 2009 · $206,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 10 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Flooding | 6 | Aug 2018 | May 1, 2011 · 1 death · $100,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 4 | Dec 2018 | Jan 26, 2009 · $6.6 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Apr 2017 | Jul 12, 2009 · $1.0 million 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 Greene forecast zone and Greene County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Paragould get?
A normal year brings about 2.5 inches of snow to Paragould, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Paragould 1S weather station 1.5 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (1.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 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 Paragould?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KNQA (Memphis, TN), about 61 miles southeast. 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 Paragould | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNQA Memphis, TN | 61 mi southeast | 4,600 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KPAH Paducah, KY | 119 mi northeast | 12,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLZK Little Rock, AR | 130 mi southwest | 14,400 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 Paragould
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 123 tornadoes within 25 miles of Paragould, 45 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F4 on May 15, 1968, which passed about 15 miles south of town and caused 35 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 16, 2025, which passed about 20 miles south-southeast of town.
Hail: 291 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 28 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on April 25, 2006.
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 Paragould'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.
Paragould radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Paragould, AR?
KNQA (Memphis, TN), about 61 miles southeast. KPAH (Paducah, KY) is 119 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Paragould?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Paragould the lowest scan from KNQA is about 4,600 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Paragould 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 Paragould, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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