Wilkinson, IN Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Wilkinson, Hancock County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Wilkinson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 96 days in the Hancock forecast zone and Hancock County — the most common reported hazard around Wilkinson, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (39 days) and flooding (20 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 96 | Jun 2026 | Feb 28, 2011 · $147,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 39 | Jan 2026 | Dec 15, 2019 · 2 deaths · $40,000 damage |
| Flooding | 20 | May 2026 | Apr 29, 2009 · $3.0 million damage |
| High winds | 10 | Sep 2024 | Nov 27, 2019 · $75,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 10 | Apr 2025 | Jul 19, 2002 · $150,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 7 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 7 | Jun 2015 | Sep 4, 2000 · $300,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 3 | Jun 2026 | — |
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 Hancock forecast zone and Hancock County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Wilkinson get?
A normal year brings about 29 inches of snow to Wilkinson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Knightstown 2Ene weather station 8.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (10.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.8 | 6.5 | 10.1 | 7.4 | 3.5 | 0.2 | 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 Wilkinson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KIND (Indianapolis, IN), about 38 miles west-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 Wilkinson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIND Indianapolis, IN | 38 mi west-southwest | 2,400 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KILN Wilmington, OH | 100 mi east-southeast | 9,700 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KIWX Fort Wayne, IN | 102 mi north | 9,900 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 Wilkinson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 122 tornadoes within 25 miles of Wilkinson, 51 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and May. The strongest was an F4 on July 9, 1980, which passed about 20 miles south-southeast of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on April 2, 2025, which passed about 24 miles west-northwest of town.
Hail: 351 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 36 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on May 25, 2011.
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 Wilkinson'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.
Wilkinson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Wilkinson, IN?
KIND (Indianapolis, IN), about 38 miles west-southwest. KILN (Wilmington, OH) is 100 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Wilkinson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Wilkinson the lowest scan from KIND is about 2,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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