Chillicothe, TX Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Chillicothe, Hardeman County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Chillicothe?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 68 days in the Hardeman forecast zone and Hardeman County — the most common reported hazard around Chillicothe, mostly in May and June. Next come high winds (23 days) and excessive heat (18 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 68 | Jun 2026 | May 29, 2001 · $300,000 damage |
| High winds | 23 | Mar 2026 | Jan 29, 2008 · $5,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 18 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 17 | Jan 2026 | Dec 26, 2000 · $25,000 damage |
| Ice storms & sleet | 8 | Oct 2020 | — |
| Flash flooding | 4 | May 2015 | — |
| Dust storms | 2 | Mar 2026 | Mar 15, 2026 · $100,000 damage |
| Wildfires | 2 | Aug 2023 | Aug 16, 2019 · $2.2 million 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 Hardeman forecast zone and Hardeman County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Chillicothe get?
A normal year brings about 1.2 inches of snow to Chillicothe, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Vernon weather station 12.9 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (0.9 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 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 Chillicothe?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KFDR (Frederick, OK), about 32 miles east-northeast. 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 Chillicothe | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFDR Frederick, OK | 32 mi east-northeast | 1,900 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KDYX Dyess AFB, TX | 120 mi south | 12,700 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KLBB Lubbock, TX | 138 mi west-southwest | 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 Chillicothe
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 124 tornadoes within 25 miles of Chillicothe, 29 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an F4 on April 10, 1979, which passed about 21 miles east of town and caused 11 deaths. The most recent was a tornado of unknown strength on June 18, 2025, which touched down about 21 miles northeast of town.
Hail: 568 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 88 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.00-inch hail on June 8, 1971.
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 Chillicothe'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.
Chillicothe radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Chillicothe, TX?
KFDR (Frederick, OK), about 32 miles east-northeast. KDYX (Dyess AFB, TX) is 120 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Chillicothe?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Chillicothe the lowest scan from KFDR is about 1,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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