Central Valley, UT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Central Valley, Sevier County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Central Valley?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 27 days in the Sevier Valley forecast zone and Sevier County — the most common reported hazard around Central Valley, mostly in May and July. Next come flash flooding (13 days) and high winds (3 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 27 | May 2026 | Jul 14, 2002 · $15,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 13 | Jun 2026 | Jul 14, 2018 · $1.0 million damage |
| High winds | 3 | Apr 2024 | — |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 2 | Jul 2008 | — |
| Flooding | 2 | Jun 2011 | Jun 1, 2011 · $150,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 1 | Feb 2022 | — |
| Wildfires | 1 | Jul 1997 | Jul 15, 1997 · 1 death · $60,000 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 Sevier Valley forecast zone and Sevier County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Central Valley get?
A normal year brings about 18 inches of snow to Central Valley, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Richfield Radio Ksvc weather station 4.4 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (4.7 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 | 2.4 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 3.4 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Central Valley?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KICX (Cedar City, UT), about 87 miles south-southwest. 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 Central Valley | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KICX Cedar City, UT | 87 mi south-southwest | 7,800 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KMTX Salt Lake City, UT | 178 mi north | 24,100 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KGJX Grand Junction, CO | 210 mi east | 31,800 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 Central Valley
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 3 tornadoes within 25 miles of Central Valley. Most came in August and April. The strongest was an F1 on April 19, 1970, which touched down near town. The most recent was an F0 on August 19, 1984, which touched down about 22 miles south-southeast of town.
Hail: 4 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.25-inch hail on August 21, 1983.
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 Central Valley'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.
Central Valley radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Central Valley, UT?
KICX (Cedar City, UT), about 87 miles south-southwest. KMTX (Salt Lake City, UT) is 178 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Central Valley?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Central Valley the lowest scan from KICX is about 7,800 ft up — fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation.
Is TALON's radar for Central Valley 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 Central Valley, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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