Beaumont Weather Radar

Beaumont Live Weather

Beaumont Live Weather Radar

Click to toggle between the Beaumont cloud cover radar map and the Beaumont precipitation radar map.

Beaumont Hourly Weather Forecast

Beaumont 7-Day Weather Forecast

Beaumont Weather Overview

Beaumont sits on the upper Texas Gulf Coast along the Neches River, about 30 miles inland from the Gulf and 85 miles east of Houston. That location gives the city a humid subtropical climate, very wet air, and 65.07 inches of average annual rainfall. The beaumont weather radar is especially useful here because WFO Lake Charles covers the area, and the beaumont weather radar often shows storms organizing fast along the I-10 corridor before pushing across the city.

Flooding is the biggest day-to-day weather problem. Flat terrain, heavy pavement, and tropical moisture can turn a slow thunderstorm into a road-closing event in less than an hour. The beaumont weather radar helps you see whether the heaviest rain is setting up over downtown, the Port of Beaumont, or neighborhoods west of US-69. During Hurricane Harvey in 2017, nearby Nederland measured 60.58 inches of rain, and Beaumont saw major flooding and rescues.

Tropical systems are the headline threat, but the beaumont weather radar also matters during regular summer thunderstorm cycles and heat waves. Hurricane Rita in 2005 and Hurricane Ike in 2008 both caused major Southeast Texas damage, while ordinary August afternoons can still bring dangerous lightning and 100°F heat index conditions. Check the beaumont weather radar before commuting, outdoor work, or evening events, and keep the beaumont weather radar open when flood-producing rain bands start building west or south of town.

Beaumont Weather Risks & Safety

Key weather hazards to monitor on the Beaumont weather radar

Hurricane & Tropical Storm Risk

Beaumont sits in the path of Atlantic and Gulf tropical systems. Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, peaking in August and September when warm sea surface temperatures fuel rapid intensification. On the radar, you can track the eye wall, rain bands, and embedded tornadoes as a storm approaches. If you live in Beaumont, keep your evacuation plan current and check the radar frequently once a tropical advisory is issued.

Flooding & Flash Flood Risk

Flash flooding is Beaumont's most persistent weather hazard. Slow-moving thunderstorms or tropical moisture can dump enough rain to overwhelm drainage systems within hours — especially in paved urban areas where water has nowhere to go. Check the radar to see where the heaviest rain is falling and which areas to avoid. The standing rule: turn around, don't drown. Never drive through flooded roads, even if they look shallow.

Severe Thunderstorm Risk

Severe thunderstorms roll through Beaumont regularly, especially spring through early fall. Expect damaging winds above 58 mph, large hail, and dangerous lightning. The radar shows you each storm cell's position, movement, and intensity — so you can tell if one is headed your way. When a thunderstorm warning drops for Beaumont, get indoors and away from windows until it passes.

Extreme Heat Risk

Summers in Beaumont get dangerously hot — heat indices regularly push past 100°F, and heat waves can last for weeks. When the radar shows clear skies with no storm activity for days, that usually means the heat is building. Outdoor workers, elderly residents, and anyone without reliable AC are most at risk. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on neighbors who might be struggling.

How to Use Beaumont Weather Radar

Follow these steps to get the most from the Beaumont weather radar data.

Check Current Conditions

Start with the current conditions bar at the top of the Beaumont weather radar page. It shows temperature, humidity, wind, and sky cover so you can tell whether Gulf moisture is building ahead of storms along I-10 or the Neches River.

Watch Rain Bands Move

Use the Beaumont weather radar animation to track showers and thunderstorms moving in from Port Arthur, Orange, or the Gulf. Yellow and red returns usually mean the kind of heavy rain that can flood low spots fast across Southeast Texas.

Compare Radar With Forecast

Scroll down to the hourly and 7-day forecast after checking the radar. During hurricane season, this helps you spot when tropical rain bands, dangerous heat, or repeated thunderstorm rounds are most likely to reach Beaumont.

Plan Around Local Routes

Before heading to Lamar University, the Port of Beaumont, or across I-10 and US-69, check the Beaumont weather radar again. Flooded frontage roads and lightning delays are common when slow storms sit over the city for an hour or two.

Who Benefits from Beaumont Weather Radar

How different people use the Beaumont radar data

Commuters & Drivers

Check I-10, US-69, and Neches River crossings before heavy rain slows the drive.

Outdoor Enthusiasts

Use radar before Riverfront Park or Cattail Marsh plans when storms build fast.

Event Planners & Families

Watch timing for downtown Beaumont or Lamar University events before evening thunderstorm rounds.

Outdoor Workers

Port of Beaumont crews can track lightning and flood risk before outdoor shifts.

Beaumont Weather FAQ

Common questions about Beaumont weather patterns and radar

When is hurricane season in Beaumont, Texas?

Hurricane season in Beaumont runs from June 1 through November 30, with the highest risk usually peaking from August into September. Beaumont sits only about 30 miles inland from the Gulf, so tropical systems can push heavy rain, damaging wind, and flood threats well inland even when the eye stays east or west of the city.

What was the worst flood event in Beaumont, Texas?

Hurricane Harvey in 2017 is the clearest modern benchmark for Beaumont flood risk. Parts of Southeast Texas received more than 40 inches of rain, and nearby Nederland recorded 60.58 inches, the highest tropical cyclone rainfall total on record in the United States. Beaumont saw severe flooding, rescues, and hospital evacuations during that event.

How much rain does Beaumont, Texas get each year?

Beaumont averages about 65.07 inches of precipitation per year based on NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals. That is far wetter than most Texas cities and explains why the Beaumont weather radar matters so much during slow thunderstorms and tropical setups. Late summer and early fall are especially important because Gulf moisture is usually deepest then.

What are the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in Beaumont, Texas?

Beaumont's climate is usually warm and humid, but the record range is wider than many people expect. The city has reached 108°F at the hot end and fallen to 10°F at the cold end. Heat is the more common problem, though rare winter freezes and ice events can still disrupt roads, pipes, and power.

Does Beaumont, Texas get tornadoes and severe thunderstorms?

Yes, though tornado risk in Beaumont is lower than in North Texas or Oklahoma. Severe thunderstorms still bring damaging wind, intense lightning, hail, and occasional tornadoes, especially in spring and in tropical rain bands. A tornado hit west Beaumont in August 2009, damaging businesses and vehicles, which is a good reminder to watch warnings closely.

How is this different from KFDM weather radar in Beaumont, TX?

KFDM is useful when you want live local broadcasts and station coverage during breaking weather. This page is different because it gives you a clean Beaumont weather radar, interactive storm animation, and hourly plus 7-day forecast data in one place without needing to jump through a TV site layout. Radar imagery updates about every 10 minutes.