Humeston, IA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Humeston, Wayne County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Humeston?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged river or areal flooding on 59 days in the Wayne forecast zone and Wayne County — the most common reported hazard around Humeston, mostly in May and June. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (44 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (43 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooding | 59 | Jun 2011 | Jun 12, 2010 · $20 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 44 | Aug 2025 | May 21, 1998 · $80,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 43 | Feb 2025 | May 2, 2013 · $100,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 22 | Sep 2019 | Aug 26, 2009 · $2.8 million damage |
| High winds | 18 | Mar 2025 | Nov 10, 1998 · $305,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 16 | Jan 2017 | Dec 10, 2007 · $150,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 13 | Jan 2024 | Sep 21, 1999 · $294,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 7 | Jan 2024 | Dec 9, 2009 · $50,000 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 Wayne forecast zone and Wayne County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Humeston get?
A normal year brings about 29 inches of snow to Humeston, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Leon 6 Ese weather station 12.2 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (8.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 | 1.5 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 6.0 | 4.9 | 0.1 | 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 Humeston?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDMX (Des Moines, IA), about 61 miles north. 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 Humeston | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDMX Des Moines, IA | 61 mi north | 4,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KEAX Kansas City, MO | 147 mi south-southwest | 17,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KOAX Omaha, NE | 153 mi west-northwest | 18,700 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 Humeston
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 84 tornadoes within 25 miles of Humeston, 31 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and May. The strongest was an F4 on June 7, 1984, which passed about 9 miles southeast of town and caused 3 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 6, 2024, which passed about 17 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 261 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 28 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.50-inch hail on April 4, 2023.
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 Humeston'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.
Humeston radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Humeston, IA?
KDMX (Des Moines, IA), about 61 miles north. KEAX (Kansas City, MO) is 147 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Humeston?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Humeston the lowest scan from KDMX is about 4,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Humeston 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 Humeston, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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