Merriam Woods, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Merriam Woods, Taney County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Merriam Woods?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 140 days in the Taney forecast zone and Taney County — the most common reported hazard around Merriam Woods, mostly in July and June. Next come flash flooding (75 days) and flooding (37 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 140 | May 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $500,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 75 | Sep 2025 | May 27, 2017 · 3 deaths · $500,000 damage |
| Flooding | 37 | Apr 2024 | Jun 9, 2020 · 1 death |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 34 | Jan 2026 | Jan 8, 1997 · $20,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Wildfires | 6 | Mar 2025 | Feb 15, 2018 · $250,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 4 | Jan 2009 | Nov 24, 1996 · $400,000 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 Taney forecast zone and Taney County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Merriam Woods get?
A normal year brings about 6.8 inches of snow to Merriam Woods, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Ozark Beach weather station 4.9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 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 Merriam Woods?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 38 miles north-northwest. 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 Merriam Woods | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 38 mi north-northwest | 2,400 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 119 mi southwest | 12,600 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 138 mi west-southwest | 15,900 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 Merriam Woods
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 96 tornadoes within 25 miles of Merriam Woods, 11 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an EF2 on February 29, 2012, which passed about 5 miles south of town. The most recent was an EF0 on April 29, 2025, which passed about 25 miles north-northwest of town.
Hail: 483 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 45 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 Merriam Woods'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.
Merriam Woods radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Merriam Woods, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 38 miles north-northwest. KSRX (Fort Smith, AR) is 119 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Merriam Woods?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Merriam Woods the lowest scan from KSGF is about 2,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Merriam Woods 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 Merriam Woods, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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