Beaman, IA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Beaman, Grundy County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Beaman?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 60 days in the Grundy forecast zone and Grundy County — the most common reported hazard around Beaman, mostly in June and May. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (53 days) and high winds (37 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 60 | Jul 2025 | Jun 20, 1997 · $550,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 53 | Feb 2026 | Jan 1, 1999 · 1 death · $10,000 damage |
| High winds | 37 | Mar 2025 | Nov 10, 1998 · $305,000 damage |
| Flooding | 35 | Jun 2020 | Jun 12, 2010 · $20 million damage |
| Blizzards | 22 | Mar 2025 | Dec 20, 2012 · $100,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 20 | Jan 2025 | Sep 21, 1999 · $294,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 15 | Feb 2023 | Jan 20, 2010 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 15 | May 2024 | Jun 8, 1999 · $550,000 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 Grundy forecast zone and Grundy County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Beaman get?
A normal year brings about 32 inches of snow to Beaman, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Conrad weather station 3.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (8.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 2.1 | 5.8 | 8.7 | 8.6 | 4.8 | 1.2 | 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 Beaman?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDMX (Des Moines, IA), about 57 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 Beaman | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDMX Des Moines, IA | 57 mi southwest | 4,300 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KDVN Quad Cities, IA | 123 mi east-southeast | 13,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KARX La Crosse, WI | 138 mi northeast | 15,900 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 Beaman
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 137 tornadoes within 25 miles of Beaman, 31 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and May. The strongest was an EF5 on May 25, 2008, which passed about 23 miles north of town and caused 9 deaths. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on August 18, 2025, which touched down about 20 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 260 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 29 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.75-inch hail on August 16, 1987.
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 Beaman'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.
Beaman radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Beaman, IA?
KDMX (Des Moines, IA), about 57 miles southwest. KDVN (Quad Cities, IA) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Beaman?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Beaman the lowest scan from KDMX is about 4,300 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Beaman 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 Beaman, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
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- Dike, IA radar 20 mi
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