Chanute, KS Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Chanute, Neosho County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Chanute?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 98 days in the Neosho forecast zone and Neosho County — the most common reported hazard around Chanute, mostly in June and August. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (28 days) and flooding (23 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 98 | Jun 2026 | Jun 30, 2005 · $1.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 28 | Jan 2026 | Jan 26, 2009 · $250,000 damage |
| Flooding | 23 | Apr 2024 | Nov 1, 1998 · $500,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 22 | Jun 2026 | Jul 1, 2007 · $12 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 14 | Jul 2021 | — |
| High winds | 6 | Dec 2025 | Dec 13, 2008 · $6,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | Feb 2019 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Aug 2009 | Aug 19, 2009 · $25,000 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 Neosho forecast zone and Neosho County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Chanute get?
A normal year brings about 9.7 inches of snow to Chanute, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Chanute 4E weather station 4.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (3.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.1 | 3.2 | 3.2 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 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 Chanute?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KTWX (Topeka, KS), about 101 miles north-northwest. 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 Chanute | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTWX Topeka, KS | 101 mi north-northwest | 9,700 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KEAX Kansas City, MO | 102 mi northeast | 9,900 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 103 mi south | 10,100 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 Chanute
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 91 tornadoes within 25 miles of Chanute, 20 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F3 on May 8, 2003, which passed about 21 miles north-northwest of town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 29, 2024, which touched down about 21 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 413 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 40 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on August 9, 1998.
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 Chanute'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.
Chanute radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Chanute, KS?
KTWX (Topeka, KS), about 101 miles north-northwest. KEAX (Kansas City, MO) is 102 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Chanute?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Chanute the lowest scan from KTWX is about 9,700 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Chanute 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 Chanute, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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