Absecon, NJ Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Absecon, Atlantic County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Absecon?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 79 days in the Atlantic forecast zone and Atlantic County — the most common reported hazard around Absecon, mostly in July and June. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (79 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (65 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 79 | Jul 2015 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 79 | Mar 2026 | Jun 29, 2012 · $13 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 65 | Jan 2026 | Jan 7, 1996 · 1 death · $600,000 damage |
| High winds | 50 | Feb 2026 | Oct 29, 2012 · $100 million damage |
| Coastal flooding | 36 | Oct 2025 | Oct 29, 2012 · $100 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 28 | Dec 2022 | — |
| Flash flooding | 28 | Jul 2025 | Aug 20, 1997 · $54 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 24 | Jul 2017 | Sep 15, 2011 · 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 Atlantic forecast zone and Atlantic County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Absecon get?
A normal year brings about 17 inches of snow to Absecon, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Atlantic City Intl Ap weather station 4.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (5.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.1 | 3.2 | 5.7 | 5.9 | 2.2 | 0.3 | 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 Absecon?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDIX (Philadelphia, NJ), about 36 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 Absecon | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDIX Philadelphia, NJ | 36 mi north | 2,300 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KDOX Dover AFB, DE | 65 mi southwest | 5,200 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KOKX Upton, NY | 132 mi northeast | 14,700 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 Absecon
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 23 tornadoes within 25 miles of Absecon, 7 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in August and July. The strongest was an F3 on July 21, 1983, which touched down about 20 miles north-northeast of town. The most recent was an EF1 on May 16, 2025, which passed about 24 miles west-northwest of town.
Hail: 41 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 3 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on June 6, 2002.
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 Absecon'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.
Absecon radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Absecon, NJ?
KDIX (Philadelphia, NJ), about 36 miles north. KDOX (Dover AFB, DE) is 65 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Absecon?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Absecon the lowest scan from KDIX is about 2,300 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Absecon 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 Absecon, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.