Phoenix, OR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Phoenix, Jackson County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Phoenix?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 57 days in the Jackson County forecast zone and Jackson County — the most common reported hazard around Phoenix, mostly in February and January. Next come wildfires (49 days) and extreme cold & wind chill (21 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 57 | Feb 2026 | — |
| Wildfires | 49 | Jul 2025 | Sep 8, 2020 · 3 deaths · $10 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 21 | Nov 2018 | Nov 12, 2018 · 1 death |
| High winds | 21 | Jan 2024 | Jan 3, 2008 · 1 death · $1.0 million damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 21 | May 2026 | Jul 16, 2024 · $160,000 damage |
| Flooding | 14 | Mar 2025 | Dec 26, 2005 · $5.8 million damage |
| Excessive heat | 13 | Jul 2024 | Jul 4, 2024 · 2 deaths |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 6 | May 2026 | May 31, 2009 · $100,000 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 County forecast zone and Jackson County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Phoenix?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMAX (Medford, OR), about 14 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 Phoenix | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAX Medford, OR | 14 mi south-southeast | 800 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KBHX Eureka, CA | 145 mi south-southwest | 17,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 202 mi south-southeast | 29,600 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 Phoenix
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Phoenix since 1950.
Hail: 30 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on August 1, 2009.
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 Phoenix'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.
Phoenix radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Phoenix, OR?
KMAX (Medford, OR), about 14 miles south-southeast. KBHX (Eureka, CA) is 145 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Phoenix?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Phoenix the lowest scan from KMAX is about 800 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Phoenix 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 Phoenix, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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