Lexington, NC Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Lexington, Davidson County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Lexington?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 157 days in the Davidson forecast zone and Davidson County — the most common reported hazard around Lexington, mostly in June and July. Next come flash flooding (49 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (40 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 157 | Jun 2026 | Apr 13, 2020 · 1 death · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 49 | Jun 2026 | Jul 13, 2010 · 1 death · $1,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 40 | Jan 2026 | Jan 12, 2019 · $25,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 10 | Jul 2018 | Jun 25, 2007 · $250,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 7 | Sep 2022 | Oct 29, 2020 · $1.5 million damage |
| Flooding | 7 | May 2020 | Sep 17, 2018 · $6.5 million damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 5 | Mar 2014 | Mar 6, 2014 · $6.2 million damage |
| High winds | 3 | Feb 2010 | Feb 10, 2010 · $1,000 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 Davidson forecast zone and Davidson County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Lexington get?
A normal year brings about 3.3 inches of snow to Lexington, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Lexington weather station 3.4 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (2.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 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 Lexington?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFCX (Blacksburg, VA), about 85 miles north. 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 Lexington | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFCX Blacksburg, VA | 85 mi north | 7,500 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KRAX Raleigh/Durham, NC | 101 mi east | 9,700 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KGSP Greer, SC | 127 mi west-southwest | 13,800 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 Lexington
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 57 tornadoes within 25 miles of Lexington, 18 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and March. The strongest was an F3 on May 5, 1989, which passed about 21 miles north of town. The most recent was an EF1 on August 7, 2023, which passed about 23 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 227 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 13 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.50-inch hail on June 4, 1993.
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 Lexington'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.
Lexington radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Lexington, NC?
KFCX (Blacksburg, VA), about 85 miles north. KRAX (Raleigh/Durham, NC) is 101 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Lexington?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Lexington the lowest scan from KFCX is about 7,500 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Lexington 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 Lexington, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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