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By Sam Collentine, Meteorologist Posted 23 days ago March 3, 2026
NEW: Radar + Precipitation Type

The radar maps in OpenSnow now include precipitation type to help you track rain, snow, and mixed precipitation ahead of and during storms.
- Green: Rain
- Yellow: Moderate Rain
- Red: Heavy Rain
- Blue: Snow
Getting Started
- Go to the "Maps" tab in OpenSnow.
- Tap the blue overlays button in the bottom right.
- Tap any "Radar" overlay.
- Play or scrub the bottom slider.

View → OpenSnow Radar
How often do the OpenSnow radar maps update?
- Current US Radar: Every 4 minutes
- Current Global Radar: Every 10 minutes
- Forecast US Radar: Every 60 minutes
- Global Storm Forecast: Every 12 hours (Premium only)
What about Super-Res Radar?
Super-Res Radar does not include precipitation type.
This is the highest-resolution raw radar data available from 159 stations across the continental United States, updating every 3-4 minutes.
Super-Res Radar, in combination with our StormNet model, is optimized for tracking severe weather.
View → OpenSnow Maps
Questions? Send an email to [email protected] and we'll respond within 24 hours. You can also visit our Support Center to view more frequently asked questions and feature guides.
Sam Collentine
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