Collings Lakes, NJ Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Collings Lakes, Atlantic County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Collings Lakes?
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 Collings Lakes, 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 Collings Lakes get?
A normal year brings about 19 inches of snow to Collings Lakes, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Hammonton 1 Ne weather station 5.6 miles away. The snowiest month is usually February (6.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.2 | 3.7 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 2.9 | 0.1 | 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 Collings Lakes?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KDIX (Philadelphia, NJ), about 35 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 Collings Lakes | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KDIX Philadelphia, NJ | 35 mi northeast | 2,200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KDOX Dover AFB, DE | 61 mi south-southwest | 4,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KOKX Upton, NY | 138 mi northeast | 15,900 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 Collings Lakes
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 44 tornadoes within 25 miles of Collings Lakes, 8 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in July and August. The strongest was an EF3 on September 1, 2021, which passed about 19 miles northwest of town. The most recent was an EF1 on May 16, 2025, which crossed near town.
Hail: 131 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 7 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on June 23, 1969.
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 Collings Lakes'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.
Collings Lakes radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Collings Lakes, NJ?
KDIX (Philadelphia, NJ), about 35 miles northeast. KDOX (Dover AFB, DE) is 61 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Collings Lakes?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Collings Lakes the lowest scan from KDIX is about 2,200 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Collings Lakes 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 Collings Lakes, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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