Martha, OK Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Martha, Jackson County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Martha?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 141 days in the Jackson forecast zone and Jackson County — the most common reported hazard around Martha, mostly in May and June. Next come excessive heat (72 days) and high winds (34 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 141 | May 2026 | Jun 5, 2008 · $750 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 72 | Jun 2026 | Jul 17, 1998 · 1 death |
| High winds | 34 | Mar 2026 | Feb 24, 2007 · $20,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 21 | May 2024 | Apr 16, 2016 · $30,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 18 | Jan 2026 | Jan 12, 2007 · 2 deaths · $15,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 10 | Oct 2020 | Jan 28, 2010 · $4.0 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 8 | Feb 2025 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 8 | May 2008 | May 27, 2008 · $65,000 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 Jackson forecast zone and Jackson County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Martha get?
A normal year brings about 4.1 inches of snow to Martha, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Altus Irig Rsch Stn weather station 9.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (1.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.5 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 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 Martha?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFDR (Frederick, OK), about 34 miles 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 Martha | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFDR Frederick, OK | 34 mi southeast | 2,200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KTLX Oklahoma City, OK | 127 mi east-northeast | 13,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KAMA Amarillo, TX | 136 mi west-northwest | 15,500 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 Martha
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 175 tornadoes within 25 miles of Martha, 38 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on May 1, 1954, which passed about 23 miles southeast of town. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 18, 2025, which touched down about 17 miles south-southeast of town.
Hail: 819 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 157 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.00-inch hail on April 12, 1981.
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 Martha'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.
Martha radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Martha, OK?
KFDR (Frederick, OK), about 34 miles southeast. KTLX (Oklahoma City, OK) is 127 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Martha?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Martha the lowest scan from KFDR is about 2,200 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Martha 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 Martha, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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