Rentz, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Rentz, Laurens County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Rentz?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 154 days in the Laurens forecast zone and Laurens County — the most common reported hazard around Rentz, 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 | 154 | Mar 2026 | May 24, 2008 · $1.3 million damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Sep 2024 | Sep 27, 2024 · 2 deaths |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 13 | Mar 2021 | Jul 28, 2006 · $175,000 damage |
| Flooding | 11 | Apr 2020 | Mar 8, 1998 · $50,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 11 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Flash flooding | 6 | Sep 2021 | Mar 20, 2003 · $40,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 5 | Jan 2026 | Jan 28, 2005 · $100,000 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 Laurens forecast zone and Laurens County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Rentz?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 29 miles northwest. 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 Rentz | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 29 mi northwest | 1,800 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KVAX Moody AFB, GA | 103 mi south | 10,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 114 mi northwest | 11,700 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 Rentz
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 85 tornadoes within 25 miles of Rentz, 19 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an EF3 on May 11, 2008, which passed about 24 miles east of town. The most recent was an EF1 on May 9, 2024, which passed about 11 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 117 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 3 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on April 25, 2015.
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 Rentz'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.
Rentz radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Rentz, GA?
KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 29 miles northwest. KVAX (Moody AFB, GA) is 103 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Rentz?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Rentz the lowest scan from KJGX is about 1,800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Rentz 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 Rentz, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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