Somerset, MA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Somerset, Bristol County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Somerset?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 84 days in the Southern Bristol forecast zone and Bristol County — the most common reported hazard around Somerset, mostly in December and October. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (84 days) and flooding (69 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 84 | Dec 2025 | Oct 26, 2021 · $1.0 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 84 | Jul 2025 | May 21, 1996 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 69 | May 2024 | Mar 29, 2010 · $24 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 60 | Jan 2026 | Jan 26, 2015 · 1 death |
| Flash flooding | 40 | Jun 2026 | Sep 5, 2012 · $1.5 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 32 | Jul 2025 | Jul 22, 2016 · $200,000 damage |
| Coastal flooding | 14 | Mar 2024 | Oct 29, 2012 · $500,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 6 | Aug 2021 | Aug 28, 2011 · $2.6 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 Southern Bristol forecast zone and Bristol County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Somerset get?
A normal year brings about 38 inches of snow to Somerset, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Tiverton weather station 8.1 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (11.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.6 | 7.3 | 10.9 | 11.3 | 7.4 | 0.6 | 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 Somerset?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KBOX (Boston, MA), about 15 miles north. 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 Somerset | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KBOX Boston, MA | 15 mi north | 800 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KOKX Upton, NY | 107 mi southwest | 10,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGYX Portland, ME | 156 mi north-northeast | 19,300 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 Somerset
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 32 tornadoes within 25 miles of Somerset, 5 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in August and September. The strongest was an F3 on June 9, 1953, which passed about 22 miles north of town. The most recent was an EF1 on June 26, 2024, which passed about 17 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 97 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 5 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on July 6, 1999.
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 Somerset'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.
Somerset radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Somerset, MA?
KBOX (Boston, MA), about 15 miles north. KOKX (Upton, NY) is 107 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Somerset?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Somerset the lowest scan from KBOX is about 800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Somerset 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 Somerset, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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