Winterville, MS Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Winterville, Washington County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Winterville?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 143 days in the Washington forecast zone and Washington County — the most common reported hazard around Winterville, mostly in May and April. Next come flash flooding (53 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (12 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 143 | Apr 2026 | Jun 19, 2019 · 1 death · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 53 | Apr 2025 | Sep 3, 2008 · $30 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 12 | Jan 2024 | Jan 14, 2024 · 1 death |
| Ice storms & sleet | 12 | Jan 2026 | Dec 23, 1998 · $1.2 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 7 | Aug 2010 | Aug 1, 2010 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 6 | Mar 2024 | May 5, 2011 · $5.2 million damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 4 | Aug 2020 | Aug 29, 2005 · $8.5 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Oct 2013 | Sep 15, 2009 · $100,000 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 Washington forecast zone and Washington County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Winterville?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDGX (Jackson, MS), about 105 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 Winterville | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDGX Jackson, MS | 105 mi southeast | 10,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLZK Little Rock, AR | 115 mi northwest | 11,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KNQA Memphis, TN | 144 mi north-northeast | 17,000 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 Winterville
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 102 tornadoes within 25 miles of Winterville, 30 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and January. The strongest was an F4 on November 24, 2001, which crossed near town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on July 3, 2025, which touched down about 23 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 221 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 21 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on February 5, 2008.
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 Winterville'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.
Winterville radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Winterville, MS?
KDGX (Jackson, MS), about 105 miles southeast. KLZK (Little Rock, AR) is 115 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Winterville?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Winterville the lowest scan from KDGX is about 10,400 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Winterville 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 Winterville, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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