Rogue River, OR Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Rogue River, Jackson County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Rogue River?
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 Rogue River, 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 Rogue River?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMAX (Medford, OR), 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 Rogue River | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAX Medford, OR | 34 mi southeast | 2,100 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KBHX Eureka, CA | 146 mi south-southwest | 17,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KBBX Beale AFB, CA | 218 mi south-southeast | 33,900 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 Rogue River
NOAA has no tornado on record within 25 miles of Rogue River since 1950.
Hail: 25 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.75-inch hail on March 13, 2011.
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 Rogue River'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.
Rogue River radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Rogue River, OR?
KMAX (Medford, OR), about 34 miles southeast. KBHX (Eureka, CA) is 146 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Rogue River?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Rogue River the lowest scan from KMAX is about 2,100 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Rogue River 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 Rogue River, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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