Franklin, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Franklin, Heard County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Franklin?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 61 days in the Heard forecast zone and Heard County — the most common reported hazard around Franklin, mostly in June and July. Next come hurricanes & tropical storms (16 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (13 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 61 | Mar 2025 | May 3, 2009 · $100,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Oct 2020 | Sep 11, 2017 · $50,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 11 | Jan 2018 | Jan 28, 2005 · $25,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 11 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 6 | Jul 2014 | Apr 15, 2011 · $200,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 6 | Feb 2024 | May 7, 2003 · $1.5 million damage |
| Flooding | 5 | Sep 2009 | Sep 21, 2009 · $10,000 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 Heard forecast zone and Heard County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Franklin get?
A normal year brings about 1.7 inches of snow to Franklin, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Newnan 7 Wnw weather station 13.5 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (0.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 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 Franklin?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFFC (Atlanta, GA), about 31 miles east. 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 Franklin | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 31 mi east | 1,900 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KMXX Maxwell AFB, AL | 65 mi southwest | 5,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KBMX Birmingham, AL | 97 mi west | 9,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
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 Franklin
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 92 tornadoes within 25 miles of Franklin, 24 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and February. The strongest was an EF4 on March 25, 2021, which crossed near town. The most recent was an EF0 on May 27, 2025, which touched down about 11 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 237 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 23 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on March 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 Franklin'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.
Franklin radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Franklin, GA?
KFFC (Atlanta, GA), about 31 miles east. KMXX (Maxwell AFB, AL) is 65 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Franklin?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Franklin the lowest scan from KFFC is about 1,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Franklin 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 Franklin, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
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- Grantville, GA radar 16 mi
- LaGrange, GA radar 18 mi
- Newnan, GA radar 20 mi
- Bowdon, GA radar 20 mi
- Carrollton, GA radar 21 mi
- Mount Zion, GA radar 26 mi
- West Point, GA radar 26 mi
- Chattahoochee Hills, GA radar 29 mi
- Bremen, GA radar 30 mi