Martin, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Martin, Stephens County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Martin?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 93 days in the Stephens forecast zone and Stephens County — the most common reported hazard around Martin, mostly in June and August. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (26 days) and high winds (15 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 93 | Jun 2026 | Jun 16, 1998 · $50,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 26 | Jan 2026 | — |
| High winds | 15 | Sep 2017 | Sep 16, 2004 · $25,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 12 | Jan 2026 | Dec 4, 2002 · $500,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 10 | Apr 2019 | Sep 20, 2009 · $4.5 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 8 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Flooding | 5 | Sep 2009 | Sep 16, 2004 · $50,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 2 | Jul 2012 | — |
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 Stephens forecast zone and Stephens County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Martin?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KGSP (Greer, SC), about 62 miles east-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 Martin | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KGSP Greer, SC | 62 mi east-northeast | 4,800 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 110 mi southwest | 11,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KMRX Knoxville, TN | 117 mi north | 12,200 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 Martin
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 100 tornadoes within 25 miles of Martin, 24 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and September. The strongest was an F3 on March 27, 1994, which passed about 22 miles northwest of town and caused 3 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on September 25, 2024, which touched down about 21 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 258 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 13 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 Martin'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.
Martin radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Martin, GA?
KGSP (Greer, SC), about 62 miles east-northeast. KFFC (Atlanta, GA) is 110 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Martin?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Martin the lowest scan from KGSP is about 4,800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Martin 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 Martin, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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