Kenosha, WI Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Kenosha, Kenosha County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Kenosha?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 91 days in the Kenosha forecast zone and Kenosha County — the most common reported hazard around Kenosha, mostly in June and July. Next come heavy snow & winter storms (58 days) and excessive heat (48 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 91 | Jun 2026 | Jun 30, 2011 · 1 death · $100,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 58 | Nov 2025 | Jan 12, 2024 · $20,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 48 | Jun 2026 | Aug 6, 2001 · 2 deaths |
| Flooding | 41 | Apr 2026 | Jun 1, 2004 · $11 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 39 | Jan 2026 | Nov 16, 2017 · 1 death |
| High winds | 25 | Mar 2026 | Nov 10, 1998 · 1 death · $675,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 20 | Jul 2024 | Jun 12, 2000 · $13 million damage |
| Lightning casualties & damage | 16 | Jul 2018 | Jun 20, 1997 · 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 Kenosha forecast zone and Kenosha County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Kenosha get?
A normal year brings about 36 inches of snow to Kenosha, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Kenosha weather station 3.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (11.3 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.5 | 7.0 | 11.3 | 9.8 | 5.7 | 0.8 | 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 Kenosha?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KMKX (Milwaukee/Sullivan, WI), about 43 miles northwest. 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 Kenosha | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMKX Milwaukee/Sullivan, WI | 43 mi northwest | 2,900 ft | Excellent — the lowest scan sees close to the ground |
| KLOT Chicago, IL | 69 mi south | 5,500 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KGRR Grand Rapids, MI | 120 mi east | 12,800 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 Kenosha
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 61 tornadoes within 25 miles of Kenosha, 14 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in June and July. The strongest was an F4 on September 28, 1972, which passed about 15 miles south of town. The most recent was an EF0 on June 22, 2024, which touched down about 19 miles west of town.
Hail: 234 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 24 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 4.00-inch hail on June 23, 1960.
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 Kenosha'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.
Kenosha radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Kenosha, WI?
KMKX (Milwaukee/Sullivan, WI), about 43 miles northwest. KLOT (Chicago, IL) is 69 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Kenosha?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Kenosha the lowest scan from KMKX is about 2,900 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Kenosha 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 Kenosha, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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