Wheaton, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Wheaton, Barry County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Wheaton?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 154 days in the Barry forecast zone and Barry County — the most common reported hazard around Wheaton, mostly in May and June. Next come flash flooding (103 days) and flooding (61 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 154 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $4.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 103 | Jun 2026 | Dec 26, 2015 · $5.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 61 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2002 · $300,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 36 | Jan 2026 | Jan 1, 1999 · $125,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| High winds | 8 | Mar 2025 | Nov 11, 2015 · $10,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Feb 2025 | Dec 12, 2000 · $50,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Jan 2009 | Jan 12, 2007 · $4.0 million 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 Barry forecast zone and Barry County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Wheaton get?
A normal year brings about 6.7 inches of snow to Wheaton, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Monett 4Sw weather station 8.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 2.4 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 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 Wheaton?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 49 miles northeast. 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 Wheaton | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 49 mi northeast | 3,400 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 93 mi west-southwest | 8,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 103 mi south | 10,100 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 Wheaton
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 113 tornadoes within 25 miles of Wheaton, 24 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF5 on May 22, 2011, which passed about 18 miles north-northwest of town and caused 158 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on June 6, 2025, which crossed near town.
Hail: 550 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 34 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.25-inch hail on April 26, 1994.
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 Wheaton'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.
Wheaton radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Wheaton, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 49 miles northeast. KINX (Tulsa, OK) is 93 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Wheaton?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Wheaton the lowest scan from KSGF is about 3,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Wheaton 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 Wheaton, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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