Milan, MI Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Milan, Monroe County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Milan?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 144 days in the Monroe forecast zone and Monroe County — the most common reported hazard around Milan, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (41 days) and high winds (33 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 144 | Jun 2026 | Jul 21, 1998 · $315,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 41 | Jan 2026 | Dec 11, 2000 · $15,000 damage |
| High winds | 33 | Mar 2026 | Mar 8, 2017 · $15 million damage |
| Flooding | 33 | Aug 2023 | Feb 10, 2001 · 3 deaths · $25,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 16 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 14 | Jan 2019 | Feb 3, 2007 · $25,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 10 | Jun 2024 | Jun 21, 2006 · $75,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Feb 2023 | Nov 24, 2006 · 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 Monroe forecast zone and Monroe County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Milan get?
A normal year brings about 39 inches of snow to Milan, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Dundee weather station 8.9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (12.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.7 | 8.8 | 12.3 | 9.3 | 6.7 | 1.3 | 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 Milan?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDTX (Detroit, MI), about 44 miles north-northeast. 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 Milan | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDTX Detroit, MI | 44 mi north-northeast | 3,000 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KCLE Cleveland, OH | 105 mi east-southeast | 10,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGRR Grand Rapids, MI | 110 mi west-northwest | 11,100 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 Milan
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 104 tornadoes within 25 miles of Milan, 28 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an F4 on April 11, 1965, which passed about 3 miles south-southeast of town and caused 23 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on March 30, 2025, which touched down near town.
Hail: 269 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 18 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on March 27, 1991.
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 Milan'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.
Milan radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Milan, MI?
KDTX (Detroit, MI), about 44 miles north-northeast. KCLE (Cleveland, OH) is 105 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Milan?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Milan the lowest scan from KDTX is about 3,000 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Milan 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 Milan, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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