Shakertowne, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Shakertowne, Perry County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Shakertowne?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 85 days in the Perry forecast zone and Perry County — the most common reported hazard around Shakertowne, mostly in July and August. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (71 days) and flooding (53 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 85 | Aug 2025 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 71 | Aug 2023 | May 8, 2009 · $50 million damage |
| Flooding | 53 | Apr 2026 | Mar 1, 1997 · 1 death · $150,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 46 | Jan 2026 | Jan 26, 2009 · $400,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 27 | Jul 2020 | Apr 22, 1996 · 1 death · $10,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 26 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 9 | Jan 2025 | Jan 5, 2025 · $250,000 damage |
| High winds | 6 | Sep 2008 | Sep 14, 2008 · $200,000 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 Perry forecast zone and Perry County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Shakertowne get?
A normal year brings about 4.7 inches of snow to Shakertowne, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Perryville Wtp weather station 4 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (1.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.1 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 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 Shakertowne?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 74 miles southeast. 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 Shakertowne | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPAH Paducah, KY | 74 mi southeast | 6,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KLSX St. Louis, MO | 82 mi north-northwest | 7,200 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KVWX Evansville, IN | 123 mi east-northeast | 13,300 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 Shakertowne
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 109 tornadoes within 25 miles of Shakertowne, 39 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on December 18, 1957, which passed about 21 miles east of town and caused 11 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on June 7, 2025, which touched down about 23 miles west of town.
Hail: 164 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 17 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on March 20, 1976.
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 Shakertowne'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.
Shakertowne radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Shakertowne, MO?
KPAH (Paducah, KY), about 74 miles southeast. KLSX (St. Louis, MO) is 82 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Shakertowne?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Shakertowne the lowest scan from KPAH is about 6,200 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Shakertowne 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 Shakertowne, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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