Cherry Log, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Cherry Log, Gilmer County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Cherry Log?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 83 days in the Gilmer forecast zone and Gilmer County — the most common reported hazard around Cherry Log, mostly in July and June. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (33 days) and flash flooding (23 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 83 | May 2025 | Jul 5, 2012 · $1.8 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 33 | Jan 2026 | Jan 28, 2005 · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 23 | Mar 2021 | Sep 16, 2004 · $2.8 million damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Oct 2020 | Sep 11, 2017 · $50,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Excessive heat | 11 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 10 | Jan 2026 | Jan 22, 2000 · $980,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 9 | Nov 2016 | Nov 24, 2012 · $225,000 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 Gilmer forecast zone and Gilmer County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Cherry Log get?
A normal year brings about 2.9 inches of snow to Cherry Log, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Ellijay weather station 9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually March (1.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 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 Cherry Log?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KHTX (Huntsville, AL), about 97 miles west. 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 Cherry Log | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KHTX Huntsville, AL | 97 mi west | 9,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 99 mi south | 9,400 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMRX Knoxville, TN | 110 mi north-northeast | 11,200 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 Cherry Log
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 59 tornadoes within 25 miles of Cherry Log, 16 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and March. The strongest was an F4 on April 3, 1974, which passed about 18 miles west of town and caused 9 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 8, 2024, which touched down about 16 miles west-southwest of town.
Hail: 130 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 11 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on May 26, 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 Cherry Log'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.
Cherry Log radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Cherry Log, GA?
KHTX (Huntsville, AL), about 97 miles west. KFFC (Atlanta, GA) is 99 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Cherry Log?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Cherry Log the lowest scan from KHTX is about 9,200 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Cherry Log 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 Cherry Log, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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