Hayward, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Hayward, Pemiscot County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Hayward?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 110 days in the Pemiscot forecast zone and Pemiscot County — the most common reported hazard around Hayward, mostly in July and August. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (85 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (35 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 110 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 85 | Apr 2026 | May 4, 2020 · $300,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 35 | Jan 2026 | Mar 1, 2009 · 1 death |
| Flash flooding | 13 | Mar 2012 | Sep 23, 2006 · $65,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 10 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Flooding | 3 | Feb 2019 | May 1, 2011 · $250,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 2 | Jan 2009 | Jan 26, 2009 · $25 million damage |
| High winds | 2 | Mar 2023 | Jan 29, 2008 · $10,000 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 Pemiscot forecast zone and Pemiscot County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Hayward get?
A normal year brings about 6.6 inches of snow to Hayward, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Portageville weather station 2.2 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 0.4 | 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 Hayward?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 68 miles 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 Hayward | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPAH Paducah, KY | 68 mi northeast | 5,400 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KNQA Memphis, TN | 74 mi south | 6,100 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KHPX Fort Campbell, KY | 134 mi east | 15,200 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 Hayward
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 92 tornadoes within 25 miles of Hayward, 17 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F4 on March 21, 1952, which passed about 23 miles south of town and caused 17 deaths. The most recent was an EF2 on March 14, 2025, which passed about 12 miles west-southwest of town.
Hail: 141 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 13 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.20-inch hail on December 17, 2016.
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 Hayward'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.
Hayward radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Hayward, MO?
KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 68 miles northeast. KNQA (Memphis, TN) is 74 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Hayward?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Hayward the lowest scan from KPAH is about 5,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Hayward 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 Hayward, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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