Grayson, KY Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Grayson, Carter County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Grayson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 51 days in the Carter forecast zone and Carter County — the most common reported hazard around Grayson, mostly in June and May. Next come flooding (44 days) and flash flooding (43 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 51 | Jun 2026 | Jun 29, 2012 · $400,000 damage |
| Flooding | 44 | May 2026 | Mar 5, 2004 · 1 death · $5,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 43 | Jul 2025 | Jul 20, 2010 · 1 death · $5.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 33 | Jan 2026 | Feb 3, 1998 · $250,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 27 | Jan 2026 | Jan 6, 2014 · $75,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 20 | Jul 2011 | — |
| High winds | 6 | Apr 2023 | Mar 9, 2002 · $10,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 2 | Feb 2003 | Feb 16, 2003 · $1.5 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 Carter forecast zone and Carter County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Grayson get?
A normal year brings about 18 inches of snow to Grayson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Grayson 2 E weather station 1.5 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (6.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.4 | 3.8 | 5.9 | 6.1 | 1.8 | 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 Grayson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KJKL (Jackson, KY), about 55 miles south-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 Grayson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJKL Jackson, KY | 55 mi south-southwest | 4,100 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KRLX Charleston, WV | 66 mi east | 5,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KILN Wilmington, OH | 89 mi north-northwest | 8,000 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 Grayson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 24 tornadoes within 25 miles of Grayson, 6 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and July. The strongest was an EF3 on March 2, 2012, which passed about 23 miles south of town and caused 10 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on April 2, 2024, which passed about 17 miles north-northeast of town.
Hail: 173 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 9 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on May 1, 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 Grayson'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.
Grayson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Grayson, KY?
KJKL (Jackson, KY), about 55 miles south-southwest. KRLX (Charleston, WV) is 66 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Grayson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Grayson the lowest scan from KJKL is about 4,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Grayson 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 Grayson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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