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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports on May 16, 2024

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across the United States on May 16, 2024 from May 16, 2024 through May 16, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
50
Wind Reports
108
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  United States · May 16, 2024 · 2024–present Updated  Daily · last May 16, 2024

NWS Hail Reports on May 16, 2024

50 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:57 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Upton County · 1,269 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Rankin, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:52 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Tom Green County · 37,285 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Christoval, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:43 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Schleicher County · 1,135 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 15 NNW Eldorado, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:17 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Crane County · 1,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crane, TX
1.25″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:15 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Midland County · 44,761 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo showing approximately half dollar size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WNW Cotton Flat, TX
1.50″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:14 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Irion County · 625 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 WSW Mertzon, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:12 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Midland County · 44,761 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail ranged from half inch to quarter size at SH191 and Avalon.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Midland, TX
2.75″ hail
May 16, 2024
11:05 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Irion County · 625 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 N Barnhart, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
10:57 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Ector County · 40,028 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Mission Dorado, TX
1.75″ hail
May 16, 2024
10:50 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Ector County · 40,028 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: golf ball sized hail observed at University and Grandview in Odessa.
NWS Hail Report Location: Odessa, TX
2.50″ hail
May 16, 2024
10:42 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Ector County · 40,028 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WNW Odessa, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
10:39 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Ector County · 40,028 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: multiple observations of quarter sized hail in West Odessa.
NWS Hail Report Location: West Odessa, TX
1.25″ hail
May 16, 2024
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Reagan County · 1,043 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public photo shared of half dollar size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Stiles, TX
3.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
9:55 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Reagan County · 1,043 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 3 inch diameter hail measured... photo via Twitter/X.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 NNW Texon, TX
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2024
9:24 PM UTC
Hail report for May 16, 2024
Polk County · 17,506 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: County dispatch reported 1 inch hail over Diamond Lil Strip.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WNW Livingston, TX
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Hail Damage Risk for Your Home +

Hail reports describe hail by diameter, often comparing stone size to familiar objects like peas, quarters, golf balls, and softballs. Use this guide as a starting point for possible hail damage to your roof, siding, gutters, vents, windows, and exterior. Actual hail damage depends on hail hardness, density, wind speed, impact angle, roof age, shingle condition, roof pitch, roofing material, installation quality, and prior storm damage.

Pea
0.25″
Low

Usually too small to cause hail damage to most sound asphalt roofs, siding, or gutters.

Mothball
0.50″
Sub-Severe Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but not always harmless. Repeated small hail can scuff surfaces, wear aging shingles, and loosen protective granules over time.

Penny
0.75″
Minor / Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but roof hail damage is still possible on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged shingles. May also mark screens, vents, gutters, and soft metal.

Nickel
0.88″
Minor / Watch

Still below the severe-hail threshold, but large enough to leave visible marks on soft metal and add wear to older or hail-weakened roof shingles.

Quarter
1.00″
Watch

The NWS severe-hail threshold. Quarter-size hail can bruise shingles, dent soft metal, and create roof hail damage worth checking.

Half Dollar
1.25″
Watch

More likely to dent gutters, vents, flashing, and siding. Hail damage risk rises quickly on older roofs or hail-weakened shingles.

Ping Pong / Walnut
1.50″
Likely

Hail damage becomes more likely, including bruised shingles, granule loss, dented siding, and damaged roof vents.

Golf Ball
1.75″
Likely

Often causes roof hail damage, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged flashing, and siding impacts. A roof inspection is recommended.

Hen Egg
2.00″
Serious

Can crack or puncture shingles, expose mat, dent siding, and cause widespread hail damage across the roof and exterior.

Tennis Ball
2.50″
Serious

Can cause heavy roof hail damage, punctured siding, broken skylights, damaged vents, and widespread exterior damage.

Baseball
2.75″
Major

Major hail damage is likely, including severe roof impacts, damaged siding, broken windows, and possible major roof repairs.

Tea Cup / Large Apple
3.00″
Major

Can cause heavy hail damage across the roof, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior. Significant repairs are often needed.

Softball
4.00″
Extreme

Destructive hail damage. Can severely damage roofing materials, siding, windows, gutters, vents, vehicles, and exterior surfaces.

Grapefruit
4.50″
Extreme

Catastrophic hail damage risk for roofs, windows, vehicles, siding, gutters, and exterior surfaces.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service hail size references are used for hail-size comparisons and the 1.00″ severe-hail threshold. Damage descriptions are general homeowner guidance, not official NOAA/NWS damage ratings. Sub-severe hail under 1.00″ is below the severe threshold, but that does not mean “no roof damage.” Penny- to nickel-size hail can still contribute to granule loss, cosmetic surface marks, and added wear, especially on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged roofs.

NWS Wind Reports on May 16, 2024

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UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:59 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Jasper County · 7,844 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of tree down on the southbound land of hwy 62 near the New Cherry Grove Baptist Church. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gist, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:57 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Allen Parish · 6,640 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of a tree down along hwy 26 south of Oberlin.
NWS Wind Report Location: Oberlin, LA
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:57 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Jasper County · 7,844 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power pole snapped off by the storm was replaced in downtown Buna. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Buna, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:56 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Newton County · 2,981 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of tree down on FM 363 and Lewis Chapel. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 ENE Bleakwood, TX
71 mph
May 16, 2024
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Harris County · 1,069,971 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station KMCJ Houston Univ.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E West University Pla, TX
66 mph
May 16, 2024
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Glasscock County · 412 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station 55 5SW St. Lawrence... TX.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Saint Lawrence, TX
63 mph
May 16, 2024
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Harris County · 1,069,971 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station PTKT2 650 Patricks Bayou At East 8th S.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Deer Park, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:53 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Allen Parish · 6,640 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo of numerous power poles snapped off on Hwy 165 from storms south of Oakdale. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSW Oakdale, LA
59 mph
May 16, 2024
11:52 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Midland County · 44,761 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station UR098 3.3 NW Greenwood (UPR).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Greenwood, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:51 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Jasper County · 7,844 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous power poles and trees knocked down or snapped off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Evadale, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:48 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Midland County · 44,761 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Small shed blown away and dumpster tipped over.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Greenwood, TX
62 mph
May 16, 2024
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Harris County · 1,069,971 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KIAH Houston Intnl.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Aldine, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Midland County · 44,761 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple areas of wind damage including billboards blown apart and a radio tower collapsed along Bus 20.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Mission Dorado, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:43 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Jasper County · 7,844 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo of tree blown down on a powerline south of Evadale. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Evadale, TX
UNK mph
May 16, 2024
11:43 PM UTC
Wind report for May 16, 2024
Harris County · 1,069,971 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous windows blown out downtown skyscrapers.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Houston, TX
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Wind Damage Risk for Your Home +

Storm reports list thunderstorm wind gusts in mph. The NWS marks storms as severe at 58+ mph, but wind damage to your home depends on roof age, shingle condition, installation, exposure, nearby trees, and prior hail or wind damage.

Below Severe
Under 58 mph
Minor

Usually little damage to a sound roof, but loose shingles, flashing, or debris may shift.

Severe
58–74 mph
Watch

Can loosen shingles, lift flashing, break limbs, and damage gutters, siding, fences, or trim.

Damaging
75–90 mph
Serious

Can peel shingles, damage vents, tear siding, rip gutters, and expose weak roof areas.

Extreme
90+ mph
Major

Can cause major roof covering loss, tree damage, broken windows, and structural damage.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service storm reports. Gusts may be measured or estimated; actual wind damage varies by roof condition, exposure, and prior hail or wind damage.

NWS Tornado Reports on May 16, 2024

6 reports
UNK category
May 16, 2024
11:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Harris County · 1,069,971 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado touched down near intersection of Tuckerton and Greenhouse Roads then tracked southeastward through Highlands subdivision. Numerous single family homes had roof damage... broken windows. Damage path well defined.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSW Cypress, TX
UNK category
May 16, 2024
10:44 PM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Waller County · 12,744 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Large metal barn destroyed... Trailers rolled. Metal debris strewn 1000 yards to SE. Tree fall in multiple directions ranging from S to NW.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSE Pine Island, TX
UNK category
May 16, 2024
10:15 PM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Phillips County · 1,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: [Landspout] Corrects previous landspout report from 18 NE Whitewater.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 16 N Whitewater, MT
UNK category
May 16, 2024
10:12 PM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Phillips County · 1,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: [Landspout]
NWS Tornado Report Location: 18 NE Whitewater, MT
UNK category
May 16, 2024
8:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Reeves County · 3,768 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: [Landspout] Video relayed by media.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 S Mentone, TX
UNK category
May 16, 2024
9:02 AM UTC
Tornado report for May 16, 2024
Houston County · 35,016 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF0 tornado confirmed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Memphis, AL
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Tornado Damage Risk for Your Home +

After a tornado, the National Weather Service assigns an EF rating from EF0 to EF5 based on surveyed damage. The rating estimates wind speed from what the tornado damaged, so actual damage can vary by construction quality, roof age, garage doors, windows, trees, debris, and how close the home was to the tornado path.

EF0
65–85 mph
Light

Can peel shingles, damage gutters or siding, break tree limbs, and toss loose outdoor items.

EF1
86–110 mph
Moderate

Can strip roof covering, damage exterior doors, break windows, snap trees, and cause heavier siding or gutter damage.

EF2
111–135 mph
Serious

Can tear off large sections of roofing, break or uproot trees, destroy weaker structures, and cause major exterior damage.

EF3–EF5
136+ mph
Severe

Can remove roofs and walls, destroy large portions of homes, toss vehicles, and cause severe to total destruction near the path.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service. EF ratings are assigned after a post-storm damage survey and are based on observed damage, not a direct measurement at every home.

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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many storm reports were recorded on May 16, 2024?

Our records show 50 hail, 108 wind, and 6 tornado reports on May 16, 2024, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 16, 2024.

What was the largest hail reported on May 16, 2024?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records on May 16, 2024 is 4.00″, reported near Newkirk, OK.

Some reports show UNK instead of a wind speed or tornado rating — what does that mean?

Wind reports come three ways: measured from an instrument, estimated from the damage observed, or UNK when no speed was recorded. Tornadoes show UNK until the National Weather Service finishes a damage survey and assigns an EF rating. UNK simply means that value was not available when the report was filed.

A report appeared near my home on May 16, 2024 — is my roof damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report shows that hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby, not that any specific home was hit. To find out whether your property was affected, check an address-level hail report, and if it looks significant, ask a local pro about a Remote Hail Inspection before scheduling roof work.

I am buying or selling a home — how do these on May 16, 2024 reports help?

If a storm passed through, a roof or exterior may have damage that is hard to see, or a recent repair may trace back to it. Buyers can ask better questions before closing, and sellers can document the home condition up front — both starting from the property address rather than a whole region.

How do I check what happened at a specific address on May 16, 2024?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property — no phone number or email required. It shows recent hail activity for that address so you know whether a closer roof or exterior review makes sense.

Where does this storm report data come from, and what are its limits?

Storm reports on this page are public reports from storm events on May 16, 2024 across the United States, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported, but they do not confirm damage at any specific property. Report locations, sizes, and times may be approximate and can vary from what an individual home experienced. For property-specific hail history, use an address-level hail report or contact a participating local professional for a remote hail inspection. Pros inclusion is not an endorsement, and contacting a professional does not confirm damage at any property.

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