Mitchell, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Mitchell, Glascock County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Mitchell?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 20 days in the Glascock forecast zone and Glascock County — the most common reported hazard around Mitchell, mostly in June and August. 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 | 20 | Sep 2023 | Mar 18, 2013 · $110,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Sep 2024 | Sep 11, 2017 · $75,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Excessive heat | 11 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 5 | Jan 2026 | Jan 28, 2005 · $100,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 2 | Feb 2014 | — |
| High winds | 1 | Sep 2004 | Sep 6, 2004 · $100,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 1 | Jul 2007 | Jul 1, 2007 · $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 Glascock forecast zone and Glascock County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Mitchell?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 53 miles southwest. 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 Mitchell | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 53 mi southwest | 3,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KCLX Charleston, SC | 104 mi east-southeast | 10,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KCAE Columbia, SC | 104 mi east-northeast | 10,200 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 Mitchell
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 42 tornadoes within 25 miles of Mitchell, 7 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and March. The strongest was an EF3 on February 18, 2009, which passed about 3 miles north of town and caused 1 death. The most recent was an EF1 on January 12, 2023, which passed about 11 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 76 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 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 Mitchell'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.
Mitchell radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Mitchell, GA?
KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 53 miles southwest. KCLX (Charleston, SC) is 104 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Mitchell?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Mitchell the lowest scan from KJGX is about 3,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Mitchell 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 Mitchell, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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