Seneca, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Seneca, Newton County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Seneca?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 146 days in the Newton forecast zone and Newton County — the most common reported hazard around Seneca, mostly in May and July. Next come flash flooding (140 days) and flooding (33 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 146 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $3.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 140 | Jun 2026 | Mar 17, 2008 · $2.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 33 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2002 · 1 death · $10,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 32 | Jan 2026 | Nov 30, 2006 · $150,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | Feb 2008 | Jan 12, 2007 · $40 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Feb 2025 | Dec 12, 2000 · $10,000 damage |
| High winds | 3 | Nov 2015 | Nov 27, 2005 · $50,000 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 Newton forecast zone and Newton County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Seneca get?
A normal year brings about 8.1 inches of snow to Seneca, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Neosho weather station 13.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.8 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.1 | 2.3 | 2.8 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 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 Seneca?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KINX (Tulsa, OK), about 70 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 Seneca | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 70 mi southwest | 5,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 72 mi east-northeast | 5,900 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 108 mi south | 10,900 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 Seneca
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 162 tornadoes within 25 miles of Seneca, 42 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF5 on May 22, 2011, which passed about 14 miles north-northeast of town and caused 158 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on April 29, 2025, which passed about 16 miles south-southwest of town.
Hail: 659 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 56 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on April 21, 1996.
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 Seneca'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.
Seneca radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Seneca, MO?
KINX (Tulsa, OK), about 70 miles southwest. KSGF (Springfield, MO) is 72 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Seneca?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Seneca the lowest scan from KINX is about 5,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Seneca 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 Seneca, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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