Norway, KS Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Norway, Republic County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Norway?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 97 days in the Republic forecast zone and Republic County — the most common reported hazard around Norway, mostly in June and May. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (45 days) and flash flooding (21 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 97 | May 2026 | Jun 13, 1998 · $775,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 45 | Jan 2026 | Apr 10, 1997 · $2,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 21 | Jul 2020 | Jun 22, 2003 · $4.2 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 15 | Jun 2012 | — |
| High winds | 12 | Mar 2009 | Jan 18, 1996 · $50,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 10 | Dec 2022 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Jan 2017 | — |
| Blizzards | 5 | Jan 2025 | Mar 7, 1998 · $150,000 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 Republic forecast zone and Republic County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Norway get?
A normal year brings about 16 inches of snow to Norway, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Scandia weather station 7.1 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (5.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 | 0.7 | 3.0 | 5.1 | 4.7 | 1.4 | 0.1 | 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 Norway?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KUEX (Hastings, NE), about 56 miles 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 Norway | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KUEX Hastings, NE | 56 mi northwest | 4,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KTWX Topeka, KS | 96 mi east-southeast | 9,000 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KOAX Omaha, NE | 134 mi north-northeast | 15,200 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 Norway
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 152 tornadoes within 25 miles of Norway, 31 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and June. The strongest was an F4 on June 4, 1955, which passed about 12 miles north-northwest of town. The most recent was an EF0 on May 29, 2018, which touched down about 12 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 637 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 92 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.25-inch hail on May 27, 2013.
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 Norway'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.
Norway radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Norway, KS?
KUEX (Hastings, NE), about 56 miles northwest. KTWX (Topeka, KS) is 96 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Norway?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Norway the lowest scan from KUEX is about 4,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Norway 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 Norway, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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