Ozark, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Ozark, Christian County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Ozark?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 177 days in the Christian forecast zone and Christian County — the most common reported hazard around Ozark, mostly in July and June. Next come flash flooding (88 days) and flooding (37 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 177 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $7.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 88 | Jun 2026 | Apr 29, 2017 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 37 | Jun 2026 | Jul 10, 2015 · $2.0 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 36 | Jan 2026 | Jan 1, 1999 · $150,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | Aug 1, 2001 · 1 death |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 9 | Mar 2024 | Apr 11, 2016 · $300,000 damage |
| High winds | 8 | Dec 2025 | Feb 20, 2014 · $10,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 7 | Jan 2019 | 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 Christian forecast zone and Christian County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Ozark get?
A normal year brings about 6.8 inches of snow to Ozark, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Ozark weather station 1.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (3.2 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 2.8 | 3.2 | 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 Ozark?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 17 miles 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 Ozark | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 17 mi northwest | 900 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KEAX Kansas City, MO | 135 mi north-northwest | 15,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 136 mi south-southwest | 15,600 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 Ozark
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 139 tornadoes within 25 miles of Ozark, 25 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F4 on November 29, 1991, which passed about 6 miles northwest of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on April 29, 2025, which passed about 18 miles west of town.
Hail: 724 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 55 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on May 8, 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 Ozark'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.
Ozark radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Ozark, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 17 miles northwest. KEAX (Kansas City, MO) is 135 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Ozark?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Ozark the lowest scan from KSGF is about 900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Ozark 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 Ozark, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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