Branson West, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Branson West, Stone County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Branson West?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 116 days in the Stone forecast zone and Stone County — the most common reported hazard around Branson West, mostly in July and May. Next come flash flooding (62 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (36 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 116 | Sep 2025 | Jul 19, 2018 · 17 deaths |
| Flash flooding | 62 | May 2025 | Mar 17, 2008 · $7.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 36 | Jan 2026 | Jan 1, 1999 · $20,000 damage |
| Flooding | 23 | Apr 2025 | Dec 28, 2015 · $1.5 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 7 | May 2019 | Sep 23, 1996 · $500,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Feb 2025 | Dec 12, 2000 · $10,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Jan 2009 | Nov 24, 1996 · $350,000 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 Stone forecast zone and Stone County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Branson West get?
A normal year brings about 6.9 inches of snow to Branson West, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Galena weather station 9.1 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (3.6 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.8 | 3.6 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 0.0 | 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 Branson West?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 38 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 Branson West | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 38 mi north | 2,500 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 111 mi south-southwest | 11,200 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 126 mi west-southwest | 13,700 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 Branson West
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 97 tornadoes within 25 miles of Branson West, 11 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and March. The strongest was an EF4 on May 10, 2008, which passed about 23 miles west-northwest of town and caused 21 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on April 29, 2025, which passed about 25 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 514 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 47 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on July 3, 2024.
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 Branson West'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.
Branson West radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Branson West, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 38 miles north. KSRX (Fort Smith, AR) is 111 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Branson West?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Branson West the lowest scan from KSGF is about 2,500 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Branson West 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 Branson West, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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