Jefferson, TX Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Jefferson, Marion County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Jefferson?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged dangerous heat on 83 days in the Marion forecast zone and Marion County — the most common reported hazard around Jefferson, mostly in July and August. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (76 days) and heavy snow & winter storms (11 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excessive heat | 83 | Aug 2025 | — |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 76 | Jun 2026 | Mar 10, 2018 · 1 death · $300,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 11 | Jan 2026 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | Dec 2000 | — |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Jan 2026 | Jan 7, 2010 · $50,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 4 | Mar 2024 | Sep 14, 2009 · $250,000 damage |
| Flooding | 3 | Mar 2001 | Feb 17, 2001 · $300,000 damage |
| Hurricanes & tropical storms | 1 | Sep 2008 | Sep 13, 2008 · $750,000 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 Marion forecast zone and Marion County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Jefferson get?
A normal year brings about 1.3 inches of snow to Jefferson, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Jefferson weather station in town. The snowiest month is usually February (0.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 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 Jefferson?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSHV (Shreveport, LA), about 37 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 Jefferson | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSHV Shreveport, LA | 37 mi southeast | 2,400 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KPOE Fort Polk, LA | 137 mi southeast | 15,800 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KFWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX | 172 mi west | 22,800 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 Jefferson
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 148 tornadoes within 25 miles of Jefferson, 49 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in April and May. The strongest was an F3 on October 22, 1972, which touched down about 20 miles south-southeast of town. The most recent was an EF2 on April 4, 2025, which passed about 24 miles northwest of town.
Hail: 472 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 42 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.50-inch hail on April 23, 2000.
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 Jefferson'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.
Jefferson radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Jefferson, TX?
KSHV (Shreveport, LA), about 37 miles southeast. KPOE (Fort Polk, LA) is 137 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Jefferson?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Jefferson the lowest scan from KSHV is about 2,400 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Jefferson 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 Jefferson, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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