Pittsford, MI Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Pittsford, Hillsdale County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Pittsford?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 102 days in the Hillsdale forecast zone and Hillsdale County — the most common reported hazard around Pittsford, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (47 days) and high winds (12 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 102 | Jun 2026 | Aug 25, 1998 · $100,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 47 | Nov 2025 | — |
| High winds | 12 | Dec 2021 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Feb 2023 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 5 | Jan 2024 | — |
| Flash flooding | 5 | Sep 2013 | Jun 17, 1996 · $150,000 damage |
| Blizzards | 1 | Feb 2011 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 1 | Jul 2001 | Jul 21, 2001 · 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 Hillsdale forecast zone and Hillsdale County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Pittsford get?
A normal year brings about 33 inches of snow to Pittsford, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Hudson 3 E weather station 9.5 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (10.6 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 1.7 | 6.4 | 10.6 | 8.7 | 5.2 | 0.7 | 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 Pittsford?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KIWX (Fort Wayne, IN), about 72 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 Pittsford | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIWX Fort Wayne, IN | 72 mi west-southwest | 5,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KDTX Detroit, MI | 77 mi northeast | 6,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KGRR Grand Rapids, MI | 90 mi northwest | 8,200 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 Pittsford
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 62 tornadoes within 25 miles of Pittsford, 22 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on April 11, 1965, which crossed near town and caused 23 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on September 24, 2024, which touched down about 16 miles west-southwest of town.
Hail: 125 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 8 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on June 19, 2021.
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 Pittsford'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.
Pittsford radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Pittsford, MI?
KIWX (Fort Wayne, IN), about 72 miles west-southwest. KDTX (Detroit, MI) is 77 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Pittsford?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Pittsford the lowest scan from KIWX is about 5,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Pittsford 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 Pittsford, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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