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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 52531

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 52531 from June 19, 1956 through June 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
42
Wind Reports
57
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
3.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 52531 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 52531

42 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2026
1:12 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter GT317 in S Albia near highway 34 - Large amount of dime sized hail with some quarter sized mixed in.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2026
1:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report - time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2024
10:35 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 19, 2022
7:55 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 19, 2022
12:55 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 19, 2022
12:49 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WSW Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 18, 2022
1:18 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2019
12:01 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MPING REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Albia, IA
1.50″ hail
Jun 14, 2018
3:35 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
May 17, 2017
9:29 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FIRE CHIEF REPORTED QUARTER SIZED HAIL IN ALBIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
May 17, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Albia, IA
1.00″ hail
Jul 19, 2013
4:57 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 S Avery, IA
1.00″ hail
May 28, 2013
3:42 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A few stones slightly larger. Hail piled up in drifts. Some wind with half inch diameter hail with tree limbs down. Hail lasted 10 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.65 ENE Avery, IA
1.00″ hail
Apr 14, 2012
8:02 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.69 ENE Hiteman, IA
0.88″ hail
Oct 23, 2010
4:24 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported along Highway 34.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Albia, IA
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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 52531

57 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
1:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report - time estimated by radar. Damage to siding due to wind-driven hail.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WNW Albia, IA
60 mph
Jul 30, 2024
9:02 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous 4+ inch tree limbs down in town. Delayed report... time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
UNK mph
May 21, 2024
10:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: with the gust front. time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Albia, IA
63 mph
Jun 30, 2023
1:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reported by KIIC radio.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2021
8:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 TREES DOWNED BLOCKING NORTHBOUND LANES ON IA-137. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Albia, IA
60 mph
Jul 20, 2019
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2019
4:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT OF TREES DOWN IN ALBIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
60 mph
Aug 28, 2018
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SMALL TREE BRANCHES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
6:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN IN ALBIA VIA SOCIAL MEDIA PICTURES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Albia, IA
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2018
12:56 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 1 IN BRANCHES BROKEN OFF.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Albia, IA
60 mph
Nov 11, 2015
3:44 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported approximately 60 mph winds lasting for 3 minutes.
NWS Wind Report Location: .87 SE Albia, IA
60 mph
Nov 11, 2015
3:44 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported wind gusts of approximately 60 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.04 W Hocking, IA
71 mph
Jun 22, 2015
4:56 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Storm chaser reported large tree limbs down and a large tin roof on the ground near a camping areas on the south side of Albia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.3 SE Albia, IA
71 mph
Jun 22, 2015
4:53 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported power out, roof damage, and trees down at Indian Hills Inn.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.28 SE Albia, IA
86 mph
Jun 22, 2015
4:53 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported large tree snapped in half. Report via social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Albia, IA
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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 52531

8 reports
UNK category
Jul 19, 2016
8:04 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TORNADO ON THE GROUND AT 3:04 PM .
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Albia, IA
EF2 category
Jun 22, 2015
4:50 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado developed and intensified quickly just to the west of Albia where EF-2 damage occurred. The tornado dissipated as it swept into the SW corner of Albia, damaging several homes and businesses.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.27 WSW Albia, IA
F2 category
Nov 12, 2005
4:33 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Webster County · 13,143 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado moved in from Boone County, then tracked into Hamilton County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SE Dayton, IA
F0 category
Apr 30, 2003
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief touchdown in open area. Tornado moved into from Monroe County into Wapello County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NE Avery, IA
F1 category
May 9, 1996
11:36 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NW Avery, IA
F0 category
May 9, 1996
2:47 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Albia, IA
F0 category
May 8, 1986
2:50 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IA
F1 category
Jun 22, 1964
8:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 52531
Monroe County · 2,795 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IA
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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 52531 area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,885
Households2,344
Housing units2,724
Income
Median household income$74,081
$100k+ households45.0%
$150k+ households16.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,009
Attached single-family40
Small multifamily292
Large multifamily64
Mobile homes319
Housing mix
Single-family share73.8%
Attached-home share1.5%
Multifamily share13.1%
Mobile-home share11.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,932
Renter-occupied412
Vacant units380
Home value & age
Median home value$140,700
Owner homes $300k+17.8%
Owner homes $500k+7.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.3%
Median year built1972
Older-home share62.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,204
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 52531 have on record?

Our records show 42 hail, 57 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near ZIP 52531, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 52531?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 52531 is 3.25″. It was reported near Hiteman, IA on May 20, 1998.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 52531 — 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 52531 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 52531 — 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 52531 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 52531 — 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 52531 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 52531 — 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 52531, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 52531, 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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