Universal, IN Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Universal, Vermillion County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Universal?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged river or areal flooding on 94 days in the Vermillion forecast zone and Vermillion County — the most common reported hazard around Universal, mostly in April and June. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (67 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (29 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooding | 94 | Jul 2018 | Jul 6, 2003 · $8.5 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 67 | Jun 2026 | Jul 21, 2008 · $50,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 29 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Flash flooding | 19 | Jun 2020 | Jun 9, 2008 · $150,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Jan 2026 | — |
| High winds | 6 | Nov 2019 | Nov 27, 2019 · $10,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Jun 2009 | Jun 22, 2007 · $40,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 2 | Aug 2023 | — |
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 Vermillion forecast zone and Vermillion County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Universal get?
A normal year brings about 15 inches of snow to Universal, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Clinton 2 W weather station 2.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (6.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.4 | 3.8 | 6.8 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 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 Universal?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KIND (Indianapolis, IN), about 63 miles east. 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 Universal | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIND Indianapolis, IN | 63 mi east | 4,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KVWX Evansville, IN | 95 mi south | 8,900 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KILX Lincoln, IL | 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 Universal
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 82 tornadoes within 25 miles of Universal, 14 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and June. The strongest was an F3 on April 22, 1963, which passed about 12 miles north of town. The most recent was an EF0 on December 28, 2025, which touched down about 21 miles west of town.
Hail: 223 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 19 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on May 18, 2000.
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 Universal'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.
Universal radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Universal, IN?
KIND (Indianapolis, IN), about 63 miles east. KVWX (Evansville, IN) is 95 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Universal?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Universal the lowest scan from KIND is about 4,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Universal 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 Universal, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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