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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 46526

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 46526 from July 20, 1956 through August 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
26
Wind Reports
111
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 46526 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 46526

26 reports
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1.25″ hail
Jun 16, 2026
11:18 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Waterford Mills, IN
1.50″ hail
Jul 20, 2023
7:48 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Goshen, IN
2.00″ hail
Jun 2, 2019
12:35 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 TO 2 INCH HAIL REPORTED BY SEVERAL SPOTTERS.
NWS Hail Report Location: Goshen, IN
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2019
9:23 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Goshen, IN
1.00″ hail
May 17, 2019
12:30 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE RELAYED VIA FACEBOOK. TIME ESTIMATED FROM PUBLIC.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Benton, IN
2.00″ hail
May 17, 2019
12:15 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Southwest, IN
0.75″ hail
Sep 20, 2014
4:34 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Goshen, IN
0.75″ hail
Sep 3, 2011
4:54 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported at the intersection of State Route 15 and US 33.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Goshen, IN
0.75″ hail
Sep 3, 2011
4:54 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported at the intersection of State Route 15 and US 33.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Goshen, IN
1.00″ hail
Sep 3, 2011
4:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Goshen, IN
1.00″ hail
Mar 22, 2007
6:30 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Goshen, IN
0.88″ hail
Jun 28, 2006
4:32 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Wabash County · 11,684 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Wabash, IN
0.75″ hail
Jan 2, 2006
2:56 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Goshen, IN
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2004
7:13 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Goshen, IN
0.75″ hail
May 15, 2001
5:43 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Goshen, IN
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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.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near ZIP 46526

111 reports
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63 mph
Aug 11, 2026
5:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KGSH Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Benton, IN
66 mph
Jun 10, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Goshen Municipal Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Benton, IN
59 mph
Mar 11, 2026
5:33 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KGSH Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Benton, IN
67 mph
Feb 19, 2026
3:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KGSH Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Benton, IN
67 mph
Jun 26, 2025
7:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KGSH Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Benton, IN
60 mph
Jun 18, 2025
8:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter estimates 2 minutes of 60 mph gusts in Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: Goshen, IN
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
8:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down on SR 15 near the Goshen Public Library. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Goshen, IN
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2025
12:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 SE Dunlap. part of shed roof blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Dunlap, IN
70 mph
Apr 3, 2025
12:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Goshen Airport is without power. Estimated 70+ mph winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Waterford Mills, IN
UNK mph
Mar 30, 2025
8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several shingles blown off a roof.
NWS Wind Report Location: Goshen, IN
68 mph
Aug 30, 2024
10:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KGSH Goshen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Benton, IN
UNK mph
Aug 30, 2024
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of several large tree limbs downed along State Road 15 between County Road 38 and County Road 142. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waterford Mills, IN
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2024
4:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo on Twitter of a large barn with one wall collapsed and a partial roof collapse. Trusses still standing on one-quarter of the roof. Barn door in photo is open... or missing in the photo. Location is approximate. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Benton, IN
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2024
4:23 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects time of previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 WNW Benton. Trees and powerlines down near the Goshen Municipal Airport. Several reports on social media. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Benton, IN
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2024
4:23 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of Twitter of numerous trees and limbs down in the Brookside Mobile Home Park. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Dunlap, IN
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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.

Latest NWS Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 46526

4 reports
EF1 category
Jun 23, 2010
8:09 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A survey of damage in Goshen indicated a circulation touched down near the Parkside Elementary School, causing varying degrees of damage to trees at the school and to the east northeast as it moved through the southern parts of town. The circulation passed over the Aggregate Industries storage facilities, ripping the roof and portions of the metal shell away (DI:WHB; DOD:4). Several trucks in the building suffered damage as the roof struck them while being picked up. The tornado quickly dissipated after striking the facility. Debris from the building was found over a half mile away at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds. Damage for the building and contents is estimated at $500,000.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .6 S Goshen, IN
F1 category
Aug 25, 1998
1:35 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: THIS TORNADO LIKELY FORMED ALONG THE LEADING EDGE OF THE BOW ECHO WHICH PASSED THROUGH BERRIEN AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTIES EARLIER. IT TOUCHED DOWN ON TOP OF THE FORD DEALERSHIP ALONG HIGHWAY 33 TEARING OFF A LARGE PART OF THE ROOF AND ONE WALL. NEXT IT THREW A FORD AEROSTAR VAN INTO A POWER POLE AND PICKED UP AN RV TOSSING IT OVER 50 YARDS AWAY ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A DITCH. NEXT IT CROSSED A STREET AND HIT A MANUFACTURED HOME DEALERSHIP SHIFTING SEVERAL HOMES OFF THEIR FOUNDATIONS, TEARING A LARGE PART OF THE OFFICE ROOF OFF AND FLIPPING A MOVING VAN OVER. IT THEN PROCEEDED DOWN ALONG HIGHWAY 33 FOR APPROXIMATELY ANOTHER 200 YARDS TEARING OFF PARTS OF ROOFS AND AIR CONDITIONING UNITS BEFORE LIFTING.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SSE Dunlap, IN
F0 category
Aug 3, 1992
12:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F0 category
Jul 20, 1956
10:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 46526
Elkhart County · 55,807 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
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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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 46526 area census snapshot

People & households
Population33,527
Households11,428
Housing units12,570
Income
Median household income$65,864
$100k+ households37.8%
$150k+ households12.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached8,168
Attached single-family545
Small multifamily1,465
Large multifamily1,058
Mobile homes1,334
Housing mix
Single-family share65.0%
Attached-home share4.3%
Multifamily share20.1%
Mobile-home share10.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,857
Renter-occupied3,571
Vacant units1,142
Home value & age
Median home value$192,900
Owner homes $300k+16.0%
Owner homes $500k+3.7%
Owner homes $750k+1.8%
Median year built1982
Older-home share47.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,751
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 46526 have on record?

Our records show 26 hail, 111 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 46526, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 46526?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 46526 is 2.00″. It was reported near Goshen, IN on June 2, 2019.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 46526 — does that mean my roof is damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report only means hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby; it does not confirm damage at any specific address, and conditions change from block to block. Check an address-level hail report first, and if it looks significant, find a local pro that serves ZIP 46526 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 46526 — why should I look at its storm history?

Recent hail or wind can leave a roof or exterior with damage that is easy to miss during a walkthrough, and a recent roof replacement is sometimes an insurance job after a storm. Reviewing the storm history for a ZIP 46526 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 46526 — how does this help me?

Knowing the storm history for your address lets you answer buyer questions with confidence, document repairs you have already made, and decide whether a pre-listing roof check is worthwhile. A clear hail history removes a common sticking point during negotiations.

How do I check hail history for a specific ZIP 46526 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 46526 — 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 in and around ZIP 46526, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 46526, 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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