Langlois, OR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Langlois, Curry County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Langlois?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged high winds on 289 days in the South Central Oregon Coast forecast zone and Curry County — the most common reported hazard around Langlois, mostly in December and January. Next come flooding (39 days) and wildfires (29 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| High winds | 289 | Mar 2025 | Oct 25, 2014 · $1.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 39 | Mar 2025 | Dec 26, 2005 · $4.6 million damage |
| Wildfires | 29 | Sep 2024 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 12 | Mar 2023 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 4 | Mar 2012 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 3 | Sep 2003 | — |
| Excessive heat | 2 | Jul 2024 | Jul 4, 2024 · 1 death |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 1 | Nov 2000 | — |
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 South Central Oregon Coast forecast zone and Curry County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Langlois?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMAX (Medford, OR), about 106 miles east-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 Langlois | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAX Medford, OR | 106 mi east-southeast | 10,500 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBHX Eureka, CA | 168 mi south | 21,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KRTX Portland, OR | 206 mi north-northeast | 30,800 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 Langlois
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 1 tornado within 25 miles of Langlois. The strongest was an EF0 on October 24, 2010, which touched down about 17 miles south of town.
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 Langlois'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.
Langlois radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Langlois, OR?
KMAX (Medford, OR), about 106 miles east-southeast. KBHX (Eureka, CA) is 168 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Langlois?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Langlois the lowest scan from KMAX is about 10,500 ft up, so light snow from shallow clouds can be under-shown — check NWS winter alerts too.
Is TALON's radar for Langlois 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 Langlois, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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