Davis, NC Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Davis, Carteret County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Davis?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 98 days in the East Carteret forecast zone and Carteret County — the most common reported hazard around Davis, mostly in June and July. Next come flash flooding (29 days) and flooding (9 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 98 | Mar 2026 | Jan 12, 1996 · $500,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 29 | Sep 2024 | Sep 30, 2010 · $10,000 damage |
| Flooding | 9 | Nov 2015 | Sep 9, 2007 · $5,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 6 | Aug 2024 | — |
| Excessive heat | 6 | Jul 2025 | — |
| High winds | 4 | Jan 2024 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 3 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 2 | Jun 2007 | May 23, 1998 · 1 death |
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 East Carteret forecast zone and Carteret County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Davis?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMHX (Morehead City, NC), about 23 miles west. 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 Davis | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMHX Morehead City, NC | 23 mi west | 1,300 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KLTX Wilmington, NC | 125 mi west-southwest | 13,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KRAX Raleigh/Durham, NC | 129 mi west-northwest | 14,300 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 Davis
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 69 tornadoes within 25 miles of Davis, 5 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in September and July. The strongest was an EF2 on November 26, 2013, which touched down about 18 miles west-southwest of town. The most recent was an EF0 on January 10, 2024, which touched down about 9 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 46 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on July 23, 2015.
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 Davis'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.
Davis radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Davis, NC?
KMHX (Morehead City, NC), about 23 miles west. KLTX (Wilmington, NC) is 125 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Davis?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Davis the lowest scan from KMHX is about 1,300 ft up — excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground.
Is TALON's radar for Davis 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 Davis, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
Radar for nearby towns
- Beaufort, NC radar 11 mi
- Morehead City, NC radar 16 mi
- Atlantic Beach, NC radar 17 mi
- Pine Knoll Shores, NC radar 22 mi
- Newport, NC radar 23 mi
- Havelock, NC radar 26 mi
- Bayboro, NC radar 30 mi
- Emerald Isle, NC radar 33 mi
- Cape Carteret, NC radar 34 mi
- Cedar Point, NC radar 36 mi