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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 53144

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 53144 from June 9, 1974 through July 27, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
7
Wind Reports
25
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 53144 · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 27, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 53144

7 reports
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1.25″ hail
Jul 27, 2026
5:29 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.). Time confirmed from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Ne Pleasant Prairie, WI
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2009
5:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Downtown Kenosha, WI
0.75″ hail
Mar 21, 2007
7:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNW Downtown Kenosha, WI
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2004
7:31 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Kenosha, WI
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2001
12:55 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Somers, WI
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2000
8:17 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Somers, WI
1.00″ hail
May 17, 2000
8:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Somers, WI
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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 53144

25 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage reported on corner of Pershing Blvd and 60th Street in Kenosha. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Kenosha, WI
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
8:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed Report: Via social media reports of multiple tree limbs snapped in Somers.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Sturtevant, WI
58 mph
Jul 3, 2026
5:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS measure 50 kts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large branches down on 136th Ave just S of HWY 142. Possible tornado.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNW Pleasant Prairie, WI
60 mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:41 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Kenosha Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2026
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fox6 Milwaukee reports damage to trees and powerlines with 45th Street blocked. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Kenosha, WI
59 mph
Jun 4, 2025
3:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 59 MPH gust measured at Kenosha Regional Arpt. Time confirmed via radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: Kenosha Regional Arpt, WI
60 mph
Mar 6, 2022
5:08 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEASURED AT KENOSHA REGIONAL AIRPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
58 mph
Aug 11, 2021
3:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS STATION KENW KENOSHA AIRPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
60 mph
Nov 10, 2020
11:18 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KENOSHA AIRPORT ASOS REPORTED GUST OF 52 KNOTS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
UNK mph
Nov 10, 2020
11:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREES UPROOTED AND SNAPPED. RELAYED FROM MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Pleasant Prairie, WI
61 mph
Apr 21, 2020
12:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS STATION KENW KENOSHA AIRPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2017
6:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DOWNED TREES AND LIMBS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Kenosha, WI
59 mph
Mar 7, 2017
6:59 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KENOSHA AIRPORT ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Pleasant Prairie, WI
63 mph
Aug 2, 2015
8:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Scattered trees and power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.75 ENE Kenosha Airport, WI
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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 53144

6 reports
UNK category
Jun 11, 2026
11:12 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: National Weather Service Storm Survey confirms a tornado rated EF-1 near Somers. Brief tornado began on the south side of 18th street west of 72nd Ave. Two barn outbuilding structures were heavily damaged with metal roofing lofted and deposited several hundred yards downwind. Several trees were damaged... uprooted... or received large limb damage. Tree limbs with damage toward the end of the track along 72nd Ave were blown and deposited across the street. Path width 75 yard... path length 0.5 miles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NW Kenosha, WI
EF1 category
Oct 26, 2010
6:48 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Racine County · 59,338 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado that developed in far northern Kenosha County, northeast of Somers, entered Racine County near the intersection of County Highway KR (County Line Road) and 90th Street. After a path length of about 0.43 mile in Kenosha County, it crossed into Racine County where CTH EA (72nd Ave) intersects County Line Rd. The tornado moved northeast and dissipating in the northeast section of Graceland Cemetery on the west side of the City of Racine, about 500 feet west of Osborne Boulevard. In Racine County, the tornado blew a weakly anchored barn (built in the 1920s) off its foundation and damaged an industrial building south of STH 11. Later on, it tore off a 100'x200' roof section of the Case/New Holland building, damaged several HVAC units on the roof, and tore off some of the building's garage doors. The Case/New Holland plant was closed until Monday, November 1st while the roof was being repaired. Two workers in this plant were injured by the tornadoes effects. Additionally, a tractor and it's semi-trailer on the Case/New Holland site were blown over and damaged. wo other businesses on STH 11 reported roof damage. At least 3 homes sustained damage. State Highway 11 was closed for a time in eastern Racine County due to debris and fallen power lines, closing or disrupting business at stores along Highway 11, especially in the 7000 and 7100 blocks. At a church 2 miles northeast of the intersection of STH 11 and Oakes Rd., damage was inflicted to its roof, siding windows and a brick sign. Numerous trees and a few power lines were blown down or broken along the path of the tornado. At one point, about 2700 customers lost electrical power. There were reports of a couple vehicle accidents as drivers tried to avoid the tornado. The tornado path averaged 50 yards in width, with a maximum width of 100 yards. The EF-rating was based on DI 23 DOD 4 EXP103 with estimated wind speeds up to 105 mph. The exact start location in Racine County is Lat 42.66901 Lon -87.89515. The exact end location is Lat 42.72845 Lon -87.82596. The path of the tornado was not a straight line, rather, a rough curved line with an actual path length of 5.92 miles within Racine County. After crossing STH 11 about 1/10 of a mile east of North Branch Pike River, the tornado path bearing changed from NNE to NE. Property damage values are estimated.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.16 S Sturtevant, WI
EF1 category
Oct 26, 2010
6:47 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado developed about 0.95 mile north of Somers, about 2300 feet southwest of the intersection of County Highway KR (County Line Road) and County Highway EA (72nd Avenue). The tornado moved northeast just under one-half mile in Kenosha County before crossing into southern Racine County about 1.34 miles northeast of Somers at the intersection of CTH EA and County Line Rd. While in Kenosha County it destroyed a 6-vehicle garage and damaged a nearby home, trees, and power lines. The tornado path averaged 50 yards in width, with a maximum width of 100 yards. The EF-rating was based on DI 27(TH) DOD 4 with estimated wind speeds up to 100 mph. The exact start location is Lat 42.66377 Lon -87.89961. The exact end location on the Kenosha-Racine County line is Lat 42.66901 Lon -87.89515. Property damage values were estimated.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .95 N Somers, WI
EF0 category
Jun 19, 2009
4:42 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak EFO tornado spun up just west of the intersection of I-94 and CTH N. It moved just south of east and dissipated near the northwest runway of the Kenosha Airport. Damage was limited to uprooted trees and broken tree branches. Estimated maximum wind speeds were 56 to 61 knots (65-70 mph). Average path length was 20 yards. The compass bearing was 97 degrees. Starting and ending location were 42.60496/-87.95393 and 42.60291/-87.92993. DI#27(TH), DOD2.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.26 WNW Kenosha Airport, WI
EF1 category
Jan 7, 2008
4:39 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado was the 2nd of two tornadoes to affect southeastern Wisconsin on January 7th. It spun up near the intersection of CTH L (18th St.) and 47th Ave. and moved east/northeast through the northern reaches of the city of Kenosha, and dissipated just north of Carthage College and just short of Lake Michigan. In the Civil Town of Somers it resulted in minor damage to 2 homes, and major damage to one home. In the City of Kenosha, it affected one home, inflicted minor damage to 21 homes, inflicted major damage to 6 homes, and destroyed 5 homes. Additionally, it destroyed one church in the City of Kenosha. Several power-lines were toppled and there were transformer explosions. Dozens of trees were damaged or uprooted. Average path width was about 50 yards. The maximum winds were estimated at around 95 mph (DI 27 - TH, DOD 3). This tornado was photographed and video taped. The specific starting location was 42.62399,-87.86591, and the ending location was 42.63127,-87.81820.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.5 SE Somers, WI
F1 category
Jun 9, 1974
6:55 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53144
Kenosha County · 48,077 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
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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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ZIP 53144 area census snapshot

People & households
Population26,539
Households10,350
Housing units10,731
Income
Median household income$71,111
$100k+ households39.2%
$150k+ households19.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached5,809
Attached single-family470
Small multifamily2,791
Large multifamily1,608
Mobile homes53
Housing mix
Single-family share54.1%
Attached-home share4.4%
Multifamily share41.0%
Mobile-home share0.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,620
Renter-occupied4,730
Vacant units381
Home value & age
Median home value$248,200
Owner homes $300k+37.4%
Owner homes $500k+7.5%
Owner homes $750k+1.7%
Median year built1978
Older-home share52.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,870
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 53144 have on record?

Our records show 7 hail, 25 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near ZIP 53144, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 27, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 53144?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 53144 is 1.25″. It was reported near Pleasant Prairie, WI on July 27, 2026.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 53144 — 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 53144 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 53144 — 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 53144 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 53144 — 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 53144 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 53144 — 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 53144, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 53144, 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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