Newborn, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Newborn, Newton County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Newborn?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 85 days in the Newton forecast zone and Newton County — the most common reported hazard around Newborn, 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 | 85 | Mar 2026 | Jun 25, 2018 · 1 death · $20,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Sep 2024 | Sep 11, 2017 · $250,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Excessive heat | 12 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 11 | Jan 2026 | Jan 28, 2005 · $200,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 9 | Jul 2012 | Apr 28, 2000 · $500,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Jan 2026 | Jan 22, 2000 · $980,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 7 | Dec 2021 | Dec 30, 2015 · $781,000 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 Newton forecast zone and Newton County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Newborn get?
A normal year brings about 1.3 inches of snow to Newborn, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Covington weather station 10.2 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (0.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 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 Newborn?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFFC (Atlanta, GA), about 51 miles west-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 Newborn | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 51 mi west-southwest | 3,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 61 mi south-southeast | 4,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KGSP Greer, SC | 127 mi northeast | 13,900 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 Newborn
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 57 tornadoes within 25 miles of Newborn, 15 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF3 on April 27, 2011, which passed about 23 miles south-southwest of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 21, 2025, which passed about 23 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 176 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 8 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on February 18, 2009.
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 Newborn'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.
Newborn radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Newborn, GA?
KFFC (Atlanta, GA), about 51 miles west-southwest. KJGX (Robins AFB, GA) is 61 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Newborn?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Newborn the lowest scan from KFFC is about 3,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Newborn 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 Newborn, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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