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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 49887

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 49887 from July 11, 1969 through July 20, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
17
Wind Reports
29
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 49887 · 1969–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 20, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 49887

17 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 11, 2022
12:16 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL BEGAN AS MARBLE SIZED AND INCREASED TO HALF DOLLAR SIZED IN STEPHENSON. PICTURES INCLUDED. REPORT VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stephenson, MI
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2020
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stephenson, MI
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2017
10:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT FROM 8/7. SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF DIME TO NICKEL SIZE HAIL...WITH A FEW STONES UP TO QUARTER SIZE. HAIL DRIFTS OF SIX INCHES OBSERVED...WITH SOME HAIL STILL ON THE GROUND THE NEXT MORNING. REPORT INCLUDED SEVERAL PICTURES. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Cedar River, MI
2.00″ hail
May 27, 2015
7:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The spotter near Stephenson reported two-inch diameter hail, although most hail stones covering the ground were smaller. The large hail damaged roofs on homes across Stephenson, and the combination of the hail and heavy rainfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour clogged storm sewers and caused flooding of the Stephenson School.
NWS Hail Report Location: .97 E Stephenson, MI
0.75″ hail
Sep 6, 2010
11:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported by the State Police trooper along Highway M-35.
NWS Hail Report Location: .99 ESE Cedar River, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 7, 2007
4:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail lasted for five minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 W Stephenson, MI
0.88″ hail
Jul 28, 2006
4:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail lasted for five minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Cedar River, MI
0.88″ hail
Jul 24, 2006
2:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Cedar River, MI
1.00″ hail
Aug 9, 2004
5:03 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Cedar River, MI
1.50″ hail
Jul 31, 2003
4:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail an inch and a half in diameter was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Stephenson, MI
1.00″ hail
Jul 31, 2003
4:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stephenson, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 30, 2002
8:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Stephenson, MI
0.88″ hail
May 30, 2002
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Wallace, MI
1.00″ hail
Apr 18, 2002
2:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 inch diameter hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cedar River, MI
1.50″ hail
Jul 29, 1980
4:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
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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 49887

29 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report on Facebook with picture of tree down on private driveway. Also reported power outage.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report from mPING: 1-inch tree limbs broken; estimated wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
6:43 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects time from previous tstm wnd dmg report from Cedar River. Report on Facebook with picture of tree down on private driveway. Also reported power outage. Time of the report estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
6:43 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects time previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 NNE Cedar River. Report from mPING: 1-inch tree limbs broken; estimated wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
6:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Alger-Delta Cooperative Electric Association shared pictures of a tree down on a power line out near Old Mill Lane on Facebook. Called in to get time and exact location information on the damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2023
6:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report called in regarding some trees down on M35 just north of Cedar River.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2023
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report on Facebook of a tree down on a garage... couple of dead trees down... and small branches on roadways. Picture of downed tree was provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stephenson, MI
UNK mph
May 26, 2021
1:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON POWER LINE NEAR INTERSECTION OF DIVISION AND WILLOW STREETS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stephenson, MI
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2019
9:24 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LSR FOR 7/24/2019. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. LIMB DAMAGE... SNAPPED AND UPROOTED TREES WITH SPORADIC COVERAGE ACROSS JW WELLS STATE PARK. BEACH WAS CLOSED DUE TO POWERLINE AND TREE DAMAGE. TREE SIZES VARIED FROM 6 INCH TO 2-3 FEET IN DIAMETER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2019
9:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR. ESTIMATED 8 TO 10 INCH IN DIAMETER TREES BLOWN OVER NEAR FOX PARK ACROSS M-35.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2019
9:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LSR FOR 7/24/2019. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. LIMB DAMAGE... SNAPPED AND UPROOTED TREES WITH SOMEWHAT DENSE COVERAGE AT FOX COUNTY PARK. REPORTS OF LARGE TREES ON A CAR AND SOME CAMPERS. TREE SIZES VARIED FROM 6 INCH TO 2-3 FEET IN DIAMETER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Cedar River, MI
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2018
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTS A TREE FELL ACROSS COUNTY ROAD 354 NEAR US41. DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Stephenson, MI
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2018
9:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 4 W SWANSON. A FEW 6-8+ INCH TREES AND BRANCHES DOWN ABOUT 8 MILES WEST OF STEPHENSON. DELAYED REPORT. TIME IS APPROXIMATE BASED ON RADAR. CORRECTED FOR TIME.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Swanson, MI
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2018
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW 6-8+ INCH TREES AND BRANCHES DOWN ABOUT 8 MILES WEST OF STEPHENSON. DELAYED REPORT. TIME IS APPROXIMATE BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Swanson, MI
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2018
7:06 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTS A LARGE TREE WAS DOWNED IN STEPHENSON TEMPORARILY BLOCKING A PORTION OF THE ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stephenson, MI
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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 49887

4 reports
UNK category
Jul 20, 2026
11:47 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Drone footage and on ground surveys indicate the storm produced a swath of damage to mostly large white pines of approximately 1 to 3 feet in diameter. The survey team found damage consistent with a
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 Se Gourley, MI
F3 category
May 28, 1991
1:30 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MI
F1 category
Jun 8, 1985
8:12 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MI
F2 category
Sep 16, 1972
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 49887
Menominee County · 10,594 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MI
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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 49887 area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,735
Households1,057
Housing units1,727
Income
Median household income$54,821
$100k+ households33.3%
$150k+ households13.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,496
Attached single-family10
Small multifamily60
Large multifamily8
Mobile homes153
Housing mix
Single-family share86.6%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share3.9%
Mobile-home share8.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied909
Renter-occupied148
Vacant units670
Home value & age
Median home value$150,200
Owner homes $300k+15.6%
Owner homes $500k+0.8%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1974
Older-home share60.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,016
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 49887 have on record?

Our records show 17 hail, 29 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 49887, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 20, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 49887?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 49887 is 2.25″. It was reported near Stephenson, MI on July 11, 1969.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 49887 — 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 49887 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 49887 — 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 49887 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 49887 — 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 49887 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 49887 — 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 49887, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 49887, 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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