Ila, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Ila, Madison County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Ila?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 54 days in the Madison forecast zone and Madison County — the most common reported hazard around Ila, mostly in June and July. Next come hurricanes & tropical storms (16 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (15 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 54 | Nov 2025 | Jul 23, 2000 · $300,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Sep 2024 | Sep 11, 2017 · $100,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 15 | Jan 2026 | Mar 1, 2009 · $600,000 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 |
| Flash flooding | 5 | Jun 2014 | Jul 7, 2005 · $150,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Jun 2009 | Jun 17, 2009 · $50,000 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 Madison forecast zone and Madison County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Ila get?
A normal year brings about 2.1 inches of snow to Ila, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Danielsville weather station 3.9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (0.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 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 Ila?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KGSP (Greer, SC), about 78 miles northeast. 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 Ila | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KGSP Greer, SC | 78 mi northeast | 6,700 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 92 mi southwest | 8,500 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 104 mi south | 10,100 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 Ila
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 75 tornadoes within 25 miles of Ila, 20 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F3 on May 28, 1973, which passed about 14 miles south of town and caused 1 death. The most recent was an EF0 on August 3, 2023, which passed about 12 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 213 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 11 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on March 15, 2008.
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 Ila'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.
Ila radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Ila, GA?
KGSP (Greer, SC), about 78 miles northeast. KFFC (Atlanta, GA) is 92 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Ila?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Ila the lowest scan from KGSP is about 6,700 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Ila 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 Ila, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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