Tennille, GA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Tennille, Washington County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Tennille?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 89 days in the Washington forecast zone and Washington County — the most common reported hazard around Tennille, 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 | 89 | Mar 2026 | May 11, 2008 · $150,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 16 | Sep 2024 | Sep 27, 2024 · 2 deaths |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2003 | — |
| Excessive heat | 11 | Jul 2012 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 6 | Jan 2026 | Jan 28, 2005 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 5 | Sep 2021 | Sep 17, 2020 · $75,000 damage |
| Flooding | 4 | Apr 2009 | Feb 4, 1998 · $20,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Sep 2023 | Sep 7, 2023 · $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 Washington forecast zone and Washington County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Tennille?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 36 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 Tennille | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 36 mi west-southwest | 2,300 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KCLX Charleston, SC | 105 mi east | 10,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KFFC Atlanta, GA | 106 mi west-northwest | 10,500 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 Tennille
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 56 tornadoes within 25 miles of Tennille, 8 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and March. The strongest was an EF3 on February 18, 2009, which passed about 22 miles north of town and caused 1 death. The most recent was an EF1 on March 26, 2023, which passed about 23 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 74 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 December 28, 2005.
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 Tennille'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.
Tennille radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Tennille, GA?
KJGX (Robins AFB, GA), about 36 miles west-southwest. KCLX (Charleston, SC) is 105 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Tennille?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Tennille the lowest scan from KJGX is about 2,300 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Tennille 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 Tennille, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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