Rosiclare, IL Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Rosiclare, Hardin County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Rosiclare?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 82 days in the Hardin forecast zone and Hardin County — the most common reported hazard around Rosiclare, mostly in July and August. Next come flooding (45 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (40 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 82 | Aug 2025 | Jul 2, 1997 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 45 | Jan 2022 | May 1, 2011 · $150,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 40 | Jan 2026 | Jan 26, 2009 · $8.5 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 26 | Aug 2025 | May 26, 2004 · $80,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 20 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Flash flooding | 11 | May 2024 | Mar 1, 1997 · $30,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Jan 2025 | Jan 5, 2025 · $25,000 damage |
| High winds | 5 | Feb 2009 | Sep 14, 2008 · $4.2 million 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 Hardin forecast zone and Hardin County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Rosiclare get?
A normal year brings about 3.3 inches of snow to Rosiclare, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Rosiclare 5Nw weather station 4.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (1.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 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 Rosiclare?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 34 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 Rosiclare | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPAH Paducah, KY | 34 mi southwest | 2,100 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KVWX Evansville, IN | 67 mi north-northeast | 5,300 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KHPX Fort Campbell, KY | 76 mi southeast | 6,300 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
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 Rosiclare
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 80 tornadoes within 25 miles of Rosiclare, 27 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF4 on February 29, 2012, which passed about 22 miles north-northwest of town and caused 8 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on May 16, 2025, which passed about 17 miles north of town.
Hail: 123 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 10 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on April 26, 2016.
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 Rosiclare'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.
Rosiclare radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Rosiclare, IL?
KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 34 miles southwest. KVWX (Evansville, IN) is 67 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Rosiclare?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Rosiclare the lowest scan from KPAH is about 2,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Rosiclare 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 Rosiclare, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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