Reidsville, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Reidsville, Tattnall County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Reidsville?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 113 days in the Tattnall forecast zone and Tattnall County — the most common reported hazard around Reidsville, mostly in June and July. Next come flash flooding (13 days) and excessive heat (5 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 113 | Mar 2026 | Jan 2, 2006 · $55,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 13 | May 2025 | Aug 6, 2024 · $20,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 5 | Aug 2006 | — |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 5 | Sep 2024 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 5 | Jul 2017 | May 6, 1999 · 1 death |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 4 | Feb 2026 | — |
| High winds | 4 | Oct 2008 | Oct 24, 2008 · $10,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 3 | Jan 2014 | Jan 10, 2011 · $3,000 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 Tattnall forecast zone and Tattnall County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Reidsville?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KCLX (Charleston, SC), about 74 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 Reidsville | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCLX Charleston, SC | 74 mi east-northeast | 6,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 82 mi west-northwest | 7,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KVAX Moody AFB, GA | 98 mi south-southwest | 9,300 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 Reidsville
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 43 tornadoes within 25 miles of Reidsville, 14 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and January. The strongest was an EF3 on May 11, 2008, which passed about 14 miles north of town. The most recent was an EF1 on May 9, 2024, which passed about 13 miles west-northwest of town.
Hail: 124 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 11 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on June 5, 2012.
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 Reidsville'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.
Reidsville radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Reidsville, GA?
KCLX (Charleston, SC), about 74 miles east-northeast. KJGX (Robins AFB, GA) is 82 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Reidsville?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Reidsville the lowest scan from KCLX is about 6,200 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Reidsville 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 Reidsville, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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