Memphis, MI Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Memphis, Macomb County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Memphis?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 156 days in the Macomb forecast zone and Macomb County — the most common reported hazard around Memphis, mostly in July and June. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (53 days) and flooding (38 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 156 | May 2026 | Jul 21, 1998 · $5.8 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 53 | Mar 2023 | Feb 13, 2007 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 38 | Sep 2020 | May 23, 2004 · $100 million damage |
| High winds | 36 | Mar 2026 | Mar 8, 2017 · $30 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 25 | Jul 2025 | Aug 11, 2014 · $300 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 19 | Jul 2012 | Jul 16, 2005 · $1.0 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 16 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 15 | Jan 2019 | Jan 1, 2018 · 1 death |
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 Macomb forecast zone and Macomb County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Memphis get?
A normal year brings about 47 inches of snow to Memphis, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Richmond 4 Nnw weather station 1.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (13.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 3.5 | 10.3 | 10.8 | 13.3 | 6.1 | 2.6 | 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 Memphis?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDTX (Detroit, MI), about 38 miles west-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 Memphis | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDTX Detroit, MI | 38 mi west-southwest | 2,500 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KCLE Cleveland, OH | 113 mi south-southeast | 11,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGRR Grand Rapids, MI | 141 mi west | 16,400 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 Memphis
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 50 tornadoes within 25 miles of Memphis, 10 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and June. The strongest was an F4 on May 8, 1964, which passed about 16 miles south of town and caused 11 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on June 18, 2025, which touched down about 24 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 117 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 4 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on July 26, 1978.
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 Memphis'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.
Memphis radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Memphis, MI?
KDTX (Detroit, MI), about 38 miles west-southwest. KCLE (Cleveland, OH) is 113 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Memphis?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Memphis the lowest scan from KDTX is about 2,500 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Memphis 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 Memphis, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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