Middlebury, VT Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Middlebury, Addison County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Middlebury?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged heavy snow or a winter storm on 106 days in the Western Addison forecast zone and Addison County — the most common reported hazard around Middlebury, mostly in February and March. Next come damaging thunderstorm winds (97 days) and flash flooding (40 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 106 | Jan 2026 | Feb 14, 2007 · $300,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 97 | Jun 2026 | May 18, 2017 · $200,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 40 | Jul 2025 | Aug 28, 2011 · $21 million damage |
| Flooding | 27 | Feb 2017 | May 1, 2011 · $500,000 damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 26 | Feb 2026 | — |
| High winds | 23 | Jan 2024 | Dec 23, 2022 · $100,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 8 | Jun 2025 | Mar 17, 2012 · $300,000 damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 4 | Jul 2024 | Feb 5, 2011 · $100,000 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 Western Addison forecast zone and Addison County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Middlebury get?
A normal year brings about 59 inches of snow to Middlebury, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Cornwall weather station 4.4 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (13.4 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 | 3.8 | 13.4 | 13.3 | 13.3 | 11.9 | 2.6 | 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 Middlebury?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KCXX (Burlington, VT), about 35 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 Middlebury | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCXX Burlington, VT | 35 mi north | 2,200 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KENX Albany, NY | 108 mi south-southwest | 10,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KTYX Montague, NY | 127 mi west | 13,900 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 Middlebury
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 6 tornadoes within 25 miles of Middlebury. Most came in July and June. The strongest was an EF1 on March 26, 2021, which touched down near town. The most recent was an EF0 on July 13, 2023, which passed about 16 miles south of town.
Hail: 131 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 6 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 2.75-inch hail on August 30, 2007.
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 Middlebury'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.
Middlebury radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Middlebury, VT?
KCXX (Burlington, VT), about 35 miles north. KENX (Albany, NY) is 108 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Middlebury?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Middlebury the lowest scan from KCXX is about 2,200 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Middlebury 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 Middlebury, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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