Lebanon, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Lebanon, Laclede County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Lebanon?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 118 days in the Laclede forecast zone and Laclede County — the most common reported hazard around Lebanon, mostly in August and May. Next come flash flooding (71 days) and flooding (42 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 118 | Apr 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $1.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 71 | Jun 2026 | Aug 20, 2007 · 1 death · $5.5 million damage |
| Flooding | 42 | May 2026 | Jul 3, 2015 · $250,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 31 | Jan 2026 | Jan 8, 1997 · $50,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 9 | Jan 2017 | Jan 12, 2007 · $50 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 8 | Feb 2025 | Jan 1, 2018 · 1 death |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 6 | Aug 2019 | Oct 8, 2009 · 1 death · $1,000 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 Laclede forecast zone and Laclede County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Lebanon get?
A normal year brings about 8.3 inches of snow to Lebanon, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Lebanon 2W weather station 2.1 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.4 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 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 Lebanon?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 51 miles 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 Lebanon | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 51 mi southwest | 3,600 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KEAX Kansas City, MO | 117 mi northwest | 12,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLSX St. Louis, MO | 129 mi northeast | 14,200 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 Lebanon
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 65 tornadoes within 25 miles of Lebanon, 20 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on September 26, 1959, which passed about 17 miles south-southeast of town. The most recent was an EF0 on June 3, 2025, which touched down about 15 miles south of town.
Hail: 333 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 29 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on May 26, 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 Lebanon'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.
Lebanon radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Lebanon, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 51 miles southwest. KEAX (Kansas City, MO) is 117 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Lebanon?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Lebanon the lowest scan from KSGF is about 3,600 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Lebanon 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 Lebanon, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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