Richland, IA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Richland, Keokuk County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Richland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 72 days in the Keokuk forecast zone and Keokuk County — the most common reported hazard around Richland, mostly in January and December. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (61 days) and flooding (24 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 72 | Nov 2025 | Jan 6, 2005 · $10,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 61 | Jun 2026 | Aug 3, 2010 · $100,000 damage |
| Flooding | 24 | Mar 2019 | Jun 1, 2008 · $570,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 15 | Jul 2024 | Jun 15, 2010 · $100,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 12 | Jan 2019 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 9 | Dec 2024 | Feb 24, 2007 · $291,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 8 | Mar 2026 | — |
| High winds | 7 | Oct 2008 | Apr 6, 1997 · $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 Keokuk forecast zone and Keokuk County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Richland get?
A normal year brings about 34 inches of snow to Richland, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Brighton weather station 8.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (9.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.8 | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.9 | 4.2 | 0.9 | 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 Richland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDVN (Quad Cities, IA), about 79 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 Richland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDVN Quad Cities, IA | 79 mi east-northeast | 6,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KDMX Des Moines, IA | 97 mi west-northwest | 9,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KILX Lincoln, IL | 157 mi east-southeast | 19,500 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 Richland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 84 tornadoes within 25 miles of Richland, 25 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and June. The strongest was an F4 on June 7, 1984, which passed about 18 miles northwest of town and caused 3 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 24, 2024, which passed about 21 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 229 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 13 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on August 28, 1990.
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 Richland'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.
Richland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Richland, IA?
KDVN (Quad Cities, IA), about 79 miles east-northeast. KDMX (Des Moines, IA) is 97 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Richland?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Richland the lowest scan from KDVN is about 6,800 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Richland 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 Richland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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