Millsboro, PA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Millsboro, Washington County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Millsboro?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 228 days in the Washington forecast zone and Washington County — the most common reported hazard around Millsboro, mostly in June and July. Next come flash flooding (67 days) and flooding (52 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 228 | Jun 2026 | Aug 12, 2023 · $250,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 67 | Jul 2025 | May 19, 1997 · 1 death |
| Flooding | 52 | Apr 2024 | Sep 17, 2004 · $5.1 million damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 29 | Jan 2026 | — |
| High winds | 21 | Mar 2026 | Sep 14, 2008 · $150,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 11 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 8 | Dec 2012 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 8 | Jul 2011 | Jun 24, 1996 · $20,000 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 Washington forecast zone and Washington County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Millsboro get?
A normal year brings about 30 inches of snow to Millsboro, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Waynesburg 1 E weather station 10.7 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (9.5 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 | 0.7 | 5.6 | 9.5 | 8.1 | 5.6 | 0.4 | 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 Millsboro?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KPBZ (Pittsburgh, PA), about 39 miles north-northwest. 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 Millsboro | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPBZ Pittsburgh, PA | 39 mi north-northwest | 2,600 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KCCX State College, PA | 123 mi east-northeast | 13,300 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KCLE Cleveland, OH | 138 mi northwest | 15,900 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 Millsboro
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 52 tornadoes within 25 miles of Millsboro, 12 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and August. The strongest was an F3 on August 3, 1963, which touched down about 24 miles north-northeast of town and caused 2 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on May 21, 2025, which touched down about 25 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 185 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 15 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 3.00-inch hail on August 12, 2023.
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 Millsboro'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.
Millsboro radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Millsboro, PA?
KPBZ (Pittsburgh, PA), about 39 miles north-northwest. KCCX (State College, PA) is 123 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Millsboro?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Millsboro the lowest scan from KPBZ is about 2,600 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Millsboro 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 Millsboro, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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