Chattahoochee, FL Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Chattahoochee, Gadsden County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Chattahoochee?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 111 days in the Gadsden forecast zone and Gadsden County — the most common reported hazard around Chattahoochee, mostly in June and July. Next come hurricanes & tropical storms (22 days) and flash flooding (14 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 111 | Jun 2026 | Mar 11, 2000 · $100,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 22 | Sep 2024 | Oct 10, 2018 · 2 deaths · $450 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 14 | Sep 2024 | Aug 23, 2008 · $100,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 7 | Aug 2023 | — |
| Flooding | 4 | Dec 2018 | Mar 10, 1998 · $25,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 3 | Feb 2026 | Dec 24, 2022 · $50,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Jul 2024 | Jul 21, 2024 · 1 death |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 2 | Jan 2025 | Jan 21, 2025 · $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 Gadsden forecast zone and Gadsden County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Chattahoochee?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTLH (Tallahassee, FL), about 36 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 Chattahoochee | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTLH Tallahassee, FL | 36 mi southeast | 2,300 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KEOX Fort Rucker, AL | 64 mi northwest | 5,000 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KEVX Eglin AFB, FL | 66 mi west | 5,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
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 Chattahoochee
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 104 tornadoes within 25 miles of Chattahoochee, 32 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and March. The strongest was an F3 on March 22, 2005, which passed about 25 miles north-northwest of town and caused 1 death. The most recent was an EF2 on May 10, 2024, which passed about 15 miles southeast of town.
Hail: 66 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 2 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on April 3, 2002.
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 Chattahoochee'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.
Chattahoochee radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Chattahoochee, FL?
KTLH (Tallahassee, FL), about 36 miles southeast. KEOX (Fort Rucker, AL) is 64 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Chattahoochee?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Chattahoochee the lowest scan from KTLH is about 2,300 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for Chattahoochee 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 Chattahoochee, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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