Hodges, SC Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Hodges, Greenwood County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Hodges?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 149 days in the Greenwood forecast zone and Greenwood County — the most common reported hazard around Hodges, mostly in July and June. Next come flash flooding (14 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (13 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 149 | May 2026 | Aug 22, 1996 · $75,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 14 | May 2025 | Dec 30, 2015 · $150,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 13 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Flooding | 10 | Feb 2020 | Oct 4, 2015 · $250,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 10 | Jan 2026 | Dec 4, 2002 · $5.0 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 10 | Jul 2010 | Jul 31, 2010 · $100,000 damage |
| High winds | 9 | Sep 2017 | Apr 2, 2005 · $25,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 7 | Feb 2026 | Jan 25, 2000 · 1 death |
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 Greenwood forecast zone and Greenwood County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
Which radars cover Hodges?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KGSP (Greer, SC), about 41 miles north. 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 Hodges | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KGSP Greer, SC | 41 mi north | 2,700 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KCAE Columbia, SC | 69 mi east-southeast | 5,500 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KJGX Robins AFB, GA | 128 mi south-southwest | 14,100 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 Hodges
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 70 tornadoes within 25 miles of Hodges, 14 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F4 on March 31, 1973, which crossed near town and caused 7 deaths. The most recent was an EF0 on May 12, 2025, which touched down about 19 miles west-southwest of town.
Hail: 193 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 16 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.25-inch hail on March 15, 2008.
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 Hodges'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.
Hodges radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Hodges, SC?
KGSP (Greer, SC), about 41 miles north. KCAE (Columbia, SC) is 69 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Hodges?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Hodges the lowest scan from KGSP is about 2,700 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Hodges 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 Hodges, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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