Cassopolis, MI Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Cassopolis, Cass County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Cassopolis?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 115 days in the Cass forecast zone and Cass County — the most common reported hazard around Cassopolis, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (102 days) and high winds (11 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 115 | Jun 2026 | Aug 3, 2022 · 1 death |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 102 | Mar 2026 | — |
| High winds | 11 | Nov 2019 | — |
| Flash flooding | 9 | Jun 2018 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Feb 2007 | Feb 24, 2007 · $30,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 5 | Jan 2024 | — |
| Flooding | 5 | Jun 2024 | Feb 20, 2018 · $550,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 4 | Dec 2022 | — |
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 Cass forecast zone and Cass County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Cassopolis get?
A normal year brings about 87 inches of snow to Cassopolis, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Eau Claire 4 Ne weather station 14 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (30.5 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 | 6.6 | 22.6 | 30.5 | 17.0 | 8.1 | 1.4 | 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 Cassopolis?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KIWX (Fort Wayne, IN), about 41 miles south-southeast. 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 Cassopolis | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIWX Fort Wayne, IN | 41 mi south-southeast | 2,800 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KGRR Grand Rapids, MI | 72 mi north-northeast | 5,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KLOT Chicago, IL | 109 mi west | 11,000 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 Cassopolis
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 86 tornadoes within 25 miles of Cassopolis, 31 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F4 on April 11, 1965, which passed about 19 miles south-southeast of town and caused 36 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on March 30, 2025, which touched down about 7 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 234 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 17 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.50-inch hail on April 17, 1963.
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 Cassopolis'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.
Cassopolis radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Cassopolis, MI?
KIWX (Fort Wayne, IN), about 41 miles south-southeast. KGRR (Grand Rapids, MI) is 72 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Cassopolis?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Cassopolis the lowest scan from KIWX is about 2,800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Cassopolis 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 Cassopolis, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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