Rutland, OH Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Rutland, Meigs County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Rutland?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged river or areal flooding on 75 days in the Meigs forecast zone and Meigs County — the most common reported hazard around Rutland, mostly in February and March. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (61 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (35 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooding | 75 | Mar 2026 | Feb 6, 2019 · 1 death · $15,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 61 | Jun 2026 | Jun 29, 2012 · $2.1 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 35 | Jan 2026 | Mar 4, 2015 · $25,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 32 | Feb 2026 | Feb 1, 2026 · 1 death |
| Flash flooding | 32 | May 2026 | Jun 28, 1998 · 1 death · $3.0 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 18 | Jul 2011 | — |
| High winds | 12 | Apr 2023 | Mar 9, 2002 · $20,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 1 | Feb 2003 | Feb 16, 2003 · $2.5 million 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 Meigs forecast zone and Meigs County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Rutland get?
A normal year brings about 18 inches of snow to Rutland, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Carpenter 2 S weather station 8.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (5.6 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.9 | 3.3 | 5.6 | 4.5 | 3.3 | 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 Rutland?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KRLX (Charleston, WV), about 55 miles south-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 Rutland | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRLX Charleston, WV | 55 mi south-southeast | 4,000 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KILN Wilmington, OH | 94 mi west-northwest | 8,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KJKL Jackson, KY | 119 mi south-southwest | 12,600 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 Rutland
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 24 tornadoes within 25 miles of Rutland, 6 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and May. The strongest was an F5 on April 23, 1968, which passed about 16 miles south-southwest of town and caused 7 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on August 12, 2023, which touched down about 17 miles north of town.
Hail: 133 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 7 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on September 25, 1994.
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 Rutland'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.
Rutland radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Rutland, OH?
KRLX (Charleston, WV), about 55 miles south-southeast. KILN (Wilmington, OH) is 94 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Rutland?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Rutland the lowest scan from KRLX is about 4,000 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Rutland 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 Rutland, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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